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Apples in front of the kindergarten: Plant a tree or endanger safety?
In the Oldenburg district, an apple tree that was illegally planted in front of a kindergarten was removed. Parents raise safety concerns.
Apples in front of the kindergarten: Plant a tree or endanger safety?
In Ganderkesee, a charming town in the Oldenburg district, a small “apple tree posse” has recently developed that not only excites people, but also causes a little excitement. The Falkenburg-Habbrügge local association planted an apple tree in front of a kindergarten as part of the “Fruit Tree Challenge”. This challenge is taken on by many associations to promote biodiversity and environmental protection. But the joy about the green innovation didn't last long.
A concerned parent raised concerns about possible wasps that could be attracted to the tree. This could be dangerous for allergic children, which is why the municipality of Ganderkesee took the concerns seriously, even if it was not an official complaint. The club chairman Jürgen Hakkel stated that the tree has now been removed, although there was no official order to do so. However, the uncertainties surrounding the tree led to a new apple tree espalier being planted in the same location by unknown persons.
A new tree with a clever trick
The new tree comes with a special solution: wasp-repellent herbs were planted around it. Gardener Olaf Schachtschneider donated these plants and explained that a scent mix of tomatoes and rosemary keeps the little beasts away. The kindergarten team continues to advertise the fruit trees on the site and even offers the children fruit for breakfast, which is not only delicious but also healthy.
But as the situation surrounding apple tree planting continues to evolve, some are wondering about the health of the trees. Finally, as Gartenjournal describes, apple trees can be susceptible to mite infestation. Fruit tree spider mites and apple rust mites are also feared. To prevent this, it is important to carry out regular checks and, if necessary, take measures to keep these pests at bay.
- Obstbaumspinnmilbe: Karminrot, etwa 4 mm groß und bekannt für Schäden an Blättern.
- Apfelrostmilbe: Gelblich-braun, nur 0,2 mm groß, sorgt für Rostflecken auf den Blättern.
The community would now like to speak to the parents to further clarify the situation and discuss possible concerns. Collaboration and open exchange are of great importance in such environmentally conscious initiatives, especially when the safety of children is at stake.
This shows that when it comes to promoting our environment and a sense of community, a good hand is needed to get everyone involved on board. The future will show how the apple tree story in Ganderkesee develops and whether the new measures actually work as hoped.
It remains exciting for further details and developments - the little Greek proverbs "The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now" seem particularly appropriate here.