Insect-friendly gardens: tips and tricks for Green Tuesday!

Insect-friendly gardens: tips and tricks for Green Tuesday!

At a time when our environment needs protection more than ever, it is important to actively work to promote biological diversity. The Mannheim City Library has launched “Green Tuesday” – a platform for everyone who is interested in sustainability. On June 24, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., an exciting event will take place in the central library in Stadthaus N 1 that is entirely dedicated to the topic of insect-friendly gardens and balconies. The renowned biologist Ursula Jünger, head of the environmental education/green school department in Luisenpark and Herzogenriedpark, will inspire with valuable tips and answers about promoting insect diversity. There is also an entertaining game for families that is aimed entirely at younger visitors. Participation is free and registration is not required, which makes the offer all the more attractive, as MRN News reports.

Why are insects important? They are essential for nature. As pollinators, they play a crucial role in the reproduction of many plants while also providing food for animals such as hedgehogs and birds. An insect-friendly garden or balcony can enrich biodiversity and contribute to a more vibrant ecosystem. According to the NABU, garden owners should take some simple but effective measures to support insects. This includes choosing the right plants, creating an insect buffet and creating suitable nesting places.

Tips for insect-friendly design

If you want to transform your garden or balcony into a true paradise for insects, you will find numerous recommendations. Choosing native meadow flowers, perennials and shrubs as food sources is an important step. To ensure a consistent supply of flowers from spring to autumn, it is advisable to favor plants with single flowers that provide pollen and nectar. The website Green and Fair provides further valuable tips on insect-friendly garden design.

• Nahrungsquellen schaffen: Einheimische Pflanzen setzen auf Nachhaltigkeit.
• Wilde Ecken im Garten dulden: Natürliches Chaos ist oft ein Rückzugsort für viele Insekten.
• Verzicht auf Gartenpflege mit chemischen Mitteln: Alternativen sind nicht nur tierfreundlicher, sondern auch umweltbewusster.
• Wasserstellen anlegen: Ein kleiner Teich oder eine Wasserstelle zieht die kleinen Krabbeltiere an.
• Schmetterlingsspiralen und Insektenhotels: Kreative Baumaßnahmen können Lebensräume schaffen.

The event on June 24th offers an excellent opportunity to learn more about these topics and take home valuable suggestions. Committing to an insect-friendly garden is a small step, but one that can have a big impact. So visit the city library website for more information and to get to know the sustainable projects on site - your garden will thank you!