City of Bocholt plants over 100 trees in the Lowick district

The Mobility and Environment Department has planted over 100 new trees in the Lowick district. In addition to planting the new green corridor behind the Elsenpass development area, new trees were also planted on several streets. The aim is to enhance the ecology and create an attractive recreational area for local residents.

A new piece of urban greenery has been created in the Lowick district of Bocholt in recent weeks. The Mobility and Environment Department, Urban Greenery and Environment Division, has planted over 100 trees in and around the Elsenpass development area and near the DJK Lowick sports ground. This will significantly enhance the residential environment and at the same time contribute to ecological diversity.

The centrepiece of the project is the new green corridor to the east of Elsenpass. An area of around 5,800 square metres has been planted with 55 trees and shrubs. Around 5,000 square metres have been laid out as lawns, of which around 2,000 square metres are flowering meadows. Park trees suitable for the location with beautiful autumn colours were planted, including various types of maple, magnolias, apple trees and other shrubs. The trees come from a tree nursery and are already around 15 years old - they visibly characterise the landscape right from the start. The different tree species create a varied, structurally rich green space that provides a habitat for insects and birds. Over the years, the new park will develop into a popular place for local recreation.

"The new green space combines ecological enhancement with local recreation - this is exactly what our neighbourhoods need", explains Peter Schlabs from the Urban Greenery and Environment division, who designed the tree planting and implemented it with his colleagues, "every tree planted contributes to climate protection and at the same time improves the quality of life here in the neighbourhood."

Trees were also planted along the streets in the new neighbourhood: 14 trees - red maple and rock pear - were added in the Elsenpass street. The street beds were also planted with perennials and a flower meadow. Nine young oaks were planted in the street Zum Sportplatz and 13 columnar oaks were added to the streetscape along Eichenallee.