The “Wiener Wäldchen” campaign was launched in 2022. Since then, new mini-forests have been continually planted to make the city even greener and more resilient to the challenges of climate change. Foresters from the city of Vienna, together with students, have planted a new forest with over 20 different species of trees and shrubs on Jedlersdorfer Straße. It was an absolute experience for the school children to be active themselves and to be able to watch the little forest grow from now on.
“Viennese forests are a good way to create green oases even in densely built-up areas. These mini-forests not only help to cool the environment, but also provide a habitat for numerous native plants and animals,” emphasizes Climate City Councilor Jürgen Czernohorszky. “With each planting, we gain valuable insight into which tree and shrub species are best adapted to the increasing climatic challenges.”
The first “mini-forest” was planted in the 5th district in Stefan Weber Park – there are currently nine Viennese forests throughout the city of Vienna – a tenth small forest will be planted in the 1st district in November!
City nature in a small area
A “Viennese forest” is a very dense and fast-growing mini-forest with a variety of trees and bushes. Due to the small minimum size of 100 m² and the rapid growth, these groves are particularly suitable for small areas in densely built-up areas. The forest is moving closer to the city center, species diversity and biodiversity can be experienced directly.
These mini-forests, which are about the size of a tennis court, not only provide shade, but also help reduce temperatures in their immediate surroundings through their evaporative cooling. “The dense planting in small areas not only promotes the growth of trees, but also creates ideal conditions for insects, birds and other animals,” explains forestry director Andreas Januskovecz.
New location on Jedlersdorfer Straße
The “Wiener Wäldchen” project is run as a joint project by the municipal administration and the municipal departments of Vienna City Gardens, Climate, Forestry and Agriculture of the City of Vienna and Vienna Environmental Protection. A 300 m² area on Jedlersdorfer Straße was planted with native and climate-friendly trees and bushes.
“These trees are not just an improvement for the Grätzl: Planting them together helps to promote an understanding of nature and climate protection among our children. I support this project as a sustainable piece of the mosaic in our family-friendly Floridsdorf!” says district leader Georg Papai happily.
This year, residents and students will once again be involved in further planting campaigns. Together with foresters and gardeners from the City of Vienna, the trees are planted and at the same time a direct connection to the city’s greenery is established.
All information about the Vienna Woods: www.wien.gv.at/umwelt/wald/wiener-waeldchen.html
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