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Trees for Löbtau: 21 hackberry trees bring fresh greenery to Dresden!
In Löbtau, Dresden, 21 European hackberry trees will be planted from October 16, 2025 to green up Deubener Straße.
Trees for Löbtau: 21 hackberry trees bring fresh greenery to Dresden!
From Monday it will be colorful on Deubener Straße in Dresden-Löbtau! Planting work on a new row of trees begins there, which will enrich the cityscape and improve the quality of life of the residents. Particular attention is paid to the European hackberry tree (Celtis australis), which with its 21 specimens is not only a real eye-catcher, but also promises climatological benefits. The city is investing around 251,000 euros for this, with 160,000 euros coming from federal funds and 40,000 euros from the budget of the Cotta district. The work should be completed by December so that citizens can soon enjoy the shady trees, reports Tag24.
By the way, the hackberry tree is not only pretty, but also useful! These medium-sized trees can grow between 10 and 25 meters tall and produce sweet, edible stone fruits, formerly called “Zürgeln” because their German name comes from South Tyrol. The wood of the hackberry tree also has many uses, including being used for musical instruments and wagon wheels. Such a tree not only contributes to greenery, but also to diverse uses in the region, as Wikipedia explains.
Enhancement through green spaces
But why is planting trees in cities so important? Research, including from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, shows that green spaces with trees not only help improve air quality, but also serve as recreational areas and promote the well-being of residents. One study even found that increasing tree cover by at least 30 percent can reduce extreme heat hours in cities by nearly 64 percent. This makes it clear that trees not only bring abundance and beauty, but also make an active contribution to combating climate extremes, emphasizes KIT.
The newly created trapezoidal tree niches on Deubener Straße will be equipped with perennials, flower bulbs and grasses to create a rich variety of flowers. This will not only enhance the cityscape, but also contribute to biodiversity. The European hackberry tree, which attracts many different insects, is an excellent choice for this.
Climate protection through tree diversity
A varied tree population also strengthens a city's resilience to the challenges of climate change. People apparently feel more comfortable in such locations, which was clear in surveys. The connection between the diversity of tree species and the well-being of the urban population will be further investigated in the future.
With the project on Deubener Straße, Dresden shows how fresh greenery can change the cityscape and also have a positive influence on the health of its residents. It remains to be seen how well the new tree population will be anchored in the community's flora, but the prospects are promising. A big thank you goes to everyone who is involved in this green project!