Earth Day
Did you see the Google doodle of today? It always makes me curious what is the background of the doodle. But for today I know the reason! Because, like every year on April 22, it is “Earth Day”. It is a day held to demonstrate and promote environmental awareness and calls for the protection of our planet. This years theme “Planet vs Plastics” a reason to plant a tree on Earth Day!
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One of the things you can do to restore our earth is to plant a tree. My brother and his family started a tree planting day in November 2020. We planted a mix of about 700 trees and shrubs. With volunteers and donations, we managed to realize this with 6 groups of 4 people (due to Corona) in the muddy ground.
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Amelanchier Ballerina
Are you thinking about planting a tree? I want to draw your attention to a beautiful and very versatile tree: the “Amelanchier Ballerina.” A beautiful small tree from 5 to 7 meters in height, so not too big!
Versatile because:
- Standard or multi-stemmed
- White flowers in April May
- Bronze and green leaves in summer
- Orange–red leaves in autumn
- And (not yet in my garden) berries in July.
Amelanchier needs a sunny area, soil rich in nutrients and the Amelanchier needs protection from the wind.
In 2008 I planted an Amelanchier in my backyard and enjoyed it every season, so I decided to plant one in 2021 in my front garden. So, if you are thinking of planting a tree, then I wholeheartedly recommend this beauty.
Bonus Tips
- The best time to plant a tree is in the late autumn to early spring. This period allows the tree to establish its roots before the onset of harsh weather or intense heat. Planting in the autumn allows the tree to settle in and establish its root system before winter, while planting in early spring gives it a head start before the summer heat arrives. So you have to hurry.
- Trees for all offers you the possibility to gift a tree!
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Hope you will Plant a tree on Earth Day! Enjoy
