An sweetgum tree in front of the riding school at the Steinmühle boarding school

An sweetgum tree was planted on the grounds of Steinmühle to mark “Arbor Day.” The project was carried out by Balzer Garten- und Landschaftsbau, a landscaping company based in Buchenau. The tree stands at the entrance to the riding school at the Steinmühle School & Boarding School and is intended to serve as a long-term, visible symbol of sustainability and environmental awareness.

 

Strengthen environmental education, promote climate awareness

The planting initiative was supported by the Hesse-Thuringia Association of Garden, Landscape, and Sports Field Contractors. The goal of the initiative is to strengthen environmental education and further promote awareness of nature and climate issues.

Among those present at the planting were State Parliament Representative Dirk Bamberger (CDU), school principal Björn Gemmer, and Frank Balzer, managing director of Balzer Garten- und Landschaftsbau. Students from the gardening club also took part in the event. It was a new experience for them: instead of working in the greenhouse as they usually do, they were able to participate in a large-scale tree-planting project for the first time.

In the future, the young people will also take responsibility for the tree. As tree sponsors, they will monitor its growth and continue to actively support nature and the environment.

 

Beautiful fall colors

The sweetgum tree, which can grow up to 20 meters tall, is an impressive tree for both solitary and group plantings thanks to its fall colors. The play of colors in its foliage is striking and beautiful to behold. However, according to the specialist firm Balzer, the sweetgum must be watered diligently at first to thrive.

(Heinm)