Gardening together in Schwerin: A meeting place against loneliness!

Gardening together in Schwerin: A meeting place against loneliness!

In the heart of Schwerin, behind the houses on Wismarschen Straße, lies a truly green refuge: the Kulturgarten. This special piece of earth is not only a place where plants thrive, but also a lively meeting place for young and old. Ostsee-Zeitung reports that the garden already has almost 50 members who take care of their take care of your own beds and harvest together. A variety of plants such as chard, tomatoes, herbs and berries are planted here, and the atmosphere is one of community and cohesion.

An example of this community is 16-year-old Thea, who describes the garden as “a piece of home”. Her mother helped set up the cultural garden, and now she spends her holidays there, learning new skills and discovering her love of nature. Maik, a 52-year-old garden visitor, also tells how he became aware of the garden through an NDR documentary. He volunteers and finds the perfect balance for his stress.

Social cohesion and integration

The cultural garden is not just a place for gardening; it is also an example of cross-generational collaboration and social integration. Minister Stefanie Drese (SPD) emphasizes that the garden effectively combats loneliness and at the same time promotes social participation among older people. This is particularly important since the minister recently discussed the challenges of loneliness in old age with the Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania senior citizens' representatives. She emphasizes the positive role that volunteer work plays in society.

Mehdi, another participant, raves about the family atmosphere in the garden, which warmly welcomes everyone. “No matter where you come from, we are here together and working towards one goal,” he says. These open arms for diversity are a central aspect of the cultural garden and reflect a trend that can be observed in many cities: community gardens have increasingly grown in recent years. According to Das Wissen they are not only a place for urban gardening, but also platforms for social exchange and integration.

Invitation to the countryside

The cultural garden invites anyone interested to join the team. According to the official website [Kulturgarten Schwerin](https://kulturgarten Schwerin.com/) there is still room for new participants. If you have a green thumb or are just curious, you can stop by on the weekend and find out about the various activities. Conscious organic cultivation and community work are at the heart of this project, which not only makes the city greener but also more livable.

Community gardens like the Kulturgarten in Schwerin help raise awareness of sustainable agriculture and provide access to fresh food. They are not only a place for gardening, but also a meeting place that promotes togetherness and reduces social isolation. In times when loneliness and isolation are increasing, Schwerin's example shows how effective and connecting a community garden can be.