It was a truly inspiring experience to visit the Arboretum once again. Nature had quickly taken control over me, but not in a way that resulted in me getting entangled in wildly growing ivy 😊 Instead, it was the sweet fragrance of the flowers, the duckling-filled path, the bird’s harmonious singing atop the trees, and of course, the handkerchief tree that captured my attention.
The Arboretum in Hørsholm, Denmark is a large botanical garden and park located north of Copenhagen. It covers an area of 25 hectares and features a wide variety of trees, shrubs, and plants from around the world. The Arboretum was established in 1866 by King Christian IX and has since been expanded and developed into a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. Visitors can explore the many winding paths and trails that wind through the park, as well as enjoy the peaceful and scenic surroundings. The Arboretum also hosts various events and activities throughout the year, making it a great place to visit for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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Davidia involucrata, commonly known as the dove-tree or handkerchief tree, is a deciduous tree native to China. It is best known for its large, white bracts that surround the small green flowers, resembling a handkerchief or a dove perched on a branch. This unique tree is prized for its ornamental value and is often planted in gardens and parks for its beautiful display of flowers. The dove-tree prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is a slow-growing tree that can reach heights of up to 20-30 meters.
I went for a walk in the bog, but it was easier said than done. The water level is high in many places, and the bog is no exception. Other walkers had the same brilliant idea, and I had to walk far to find people with dry socks 😄 (Not meaning that I did!) It was highly entertaining for a small group who managed to balance on small wooden poles along the path. I managed to avoid falling into the bog, but I was attentive. Bogs should be treated with caution!! Even without will-o’-the-wisps 😊
Flowers bloom in a beautiful ballet, People and animals enjoy the gentle day, Spring is a time of new beginnings, Where everything is possible with nature’s blessing.
I’ve been out and about in the beautiful spring, what a joy 🎁😊
The blossoming trees Their soft petals dance with wind Springtime’s joyous song
Spring is here, the air is alive With the sweetest scents that arrive The earth awakens from her slumber And fills the world with awesome wonder
So let us embrace this season of light And cherish the Earth’s beauty in sight With gratitude and love, let’s vow To protect and preserve her, starting now.
There is nothing like looking, if you want to find something. You certainly usually find something, if you look, but it is not always quite the something you were after. ~ J.R.R. Tolkien, The Hobbit
“How would it be,” said Pooh slowly, “if, as soon as we’re out of sight of this Pit, we try to find it again?” “What’s the good of that?” said Rabbit. “Well,” said Pooh, “we keep looking for Home and not finding it, so I thought that if we looked for this Pit, we’d be sure not to find it, which would be a Good Thing, because then we might find something that we weren’t looking for, which might be just what we were looking for, really.” “I don’t see much sense in that,” said Rabbit. “No,” said Pooh humbly, “there isn’t. But there was going to be when I began it. It’s just that something happened to it on the way.” ~ Milne, A. A.
A piece of advice for Winnie the Pooh and Rabbit:
Use a map or GPS on your phone to navigate your way back home.
Look for familiar landmarks or signs that can help guide you back.
Ask for directions from someone nearby or at a local business.
Call a friend or family member for assistance in finding your way home.
If you are lost in a remote area, try to retrace your steps or follow a trail or road back to familiar territory.
Stay calm and avoid panicking, as this can make it harder to think clearly and find your way home.
If all else fails, consider calling a taxi or rideshare service to take you back home.
I intended to show you the arrival of spring day by day. But it didn’t go as planned; the weather had a different agenda. In just one day, the temperature rose by 9-10 degrees, and the sun shone along with the birdsong, nodding anemones, and newly Bird Cherry trees. It wasn’t just nature that was busy. I hurried along the forest paths to witness the amazing poetry in nature 😀
Studies show that we recover faster with a view of a green area. It’s also been proven that our stress levels decrease in natural areas. I wrote this post in 2013, and the section on climate change at the end of the post is more relevant than ever. I took the Harbor Bus out to […]
Studies show that we recover faster with a view of a green area. It’s also been proven that our stress levels decrease in natural areas.
I wrote this post in 2013, and the section on climate change at the end of the post is more relevant than ever.
I took the Harbor Bus out to Sydhavnstippen. From Teglholmen, it’s about a fifteen-minute walk to one of the city’s most needed breathing spaces.
Here, dedicated people fight to preserve this piece of nature, this recreational area that has emerged from construction waste and chemical residues. I understand them because, in this district, many people live per square meter.
I visited here on a public holiday in good weather, and the atmosphere was great. Out by the tipi, it was completely quiet. Silence is a rare phenomenon.
I could faintly hear the sounds of the city, but only because my attention was focused on the source of the noise.
It was the birds, the wind in the trees, the grass, and the rubble that sounded like soothing music.
On Teglholmen, a new district, apartment buildings stand side by side, only separated by canals. Canals where you can sail with a kayak and motorboat, it’s almost exotic. But where is nature?
What about trees, flowers, and bushes? I think of Urban Gardening, but it doesn’t exist.
On Teglholmen, there is a sad tree with a few meters in between. They stand as a reminiscence of the time when nature was part of people’s everyday lives. Here, people have to travel many kilometers to reach nature.
I meet a mother with her young child. We chat, and she tells me they are going to a playground. She finds the area exciting with the canals between the houses, and I agree with her. I ask if they miss some green nature. Fortunately, they have Vestamager, she says. Vestamager is many kilometers away!
Feeling stressed or just a bit low on energy? Then head to the nearest green area, it helps.
A willow tree is growing among the rubble at Sydhavnstippen. Spring has arrived 😊 On Saturday the sheep will be released there. Sheep are good at fighting off giant hogweed, and they are very cozy too.
I am writing this post to protect our recreational areas. I don’t think everything should be glass, steel, and concrete, mixed with the usual office buildings, shops, and a few very exclusive residences wrapped in a minimalist style without atmosphere.
I love the smell of tar and saltwater ❤️
Two comprehensive studies from Sweden and Holland independently conclude that the longer you spend in green surroundings, the fewer stress symptoms you exhibit. The newspaper Information wrote about this on June 8, 2004. It’s old knowledge.
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Climate change will lead to a more intense warming of the city, which during heatwaves can make the city or parts of it unpleasant to stay in. The phenomenon is called the heat island effect and is known from cities like London and Tokyo, where significantly higher temperatures have been measured in the city centers than in the outskirts during heatwaves.
The extent of the heat island effect in Copenhagen has not been mapped, but it is assumed to become an increasing problem as the climate gets warmer. There are several methods to counteract the heat island effect. In this context, the establishment of green and blue areas is of particular interest as they also have recreational values. * Copenhagen Climate Plan 2011
Significant afforestation was not considered in the Municipality of Copenhagen in 2011. Afforestation contributes to a CO2 uptake of approximately 18 tons CO2/ha/year, meaning that substantial afforestation is needed before it has an impact on the overall CO2 balance in the Municipality of Copenhagen. * CO2 Account for the Municipality of Copenhagen
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