When does the event start?

The start is on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 09:30 AM in the exhibition room of the Ecological-Botanical Garden of the University of Bayreuth.

How long does the workshop last?

The morning is planned to last until around noon; the exact end time will be provided by the organizer.

What is the cost of participation?

Participation is free; registration may be required depending on demand.

How do I best reach the location?

The EBG is located on the university campus at Universitätsstraße 30, 95447 Bayreuth, easily accessible by bus and car; parking is available on campus.

Is the access barrier-free?

Partially barrier-free according to the city guide; support on-site is recommended if mobility aids are needed.

Are there any special content focuses?

Topics covered include water-saving plant selection, efficient irrigation, soil care, and practical design strategies for climate-resilient gardens.

Learn Water-Saving Gardening: Practical Morning at EBG Bayreuth with Professional Tips

Name: Gardening Together: Tips and Tricks for a Water-Saving Garden
Start: 2026-03-19T10:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-03-19T13:00:00+01:00
Location: Ökologisch-Botanischer Garten (Universität Bayreuth), Ausstellungsraum

Water-saving gardening: How to make your garden a clever water saver

A practical morning at the Ecological-Botanical Garden of the University of Bayreuth shows how sustainable garden design can be achieved with less water. In an inspiring event atmosphere, participants learn how plant selection, soil care, and smart irrigation shape the event experience – based on solid knowledge, visually engaging, and directly applicable.

Practice instead of theory: Methods that work in the bed

From drought-tolerant perennials to mulch strategies: Visual demonstrations clarify how water consumption can be reduced and audience mood can be enhanced. Examples from the garden illustrate how site analysis, substrate selection, and capillary water storage interconnect – classic event management for your own garden.

Irrigation rethought: Efficiency with a system

Whether drip irrigation, watering edges, or rainwater use – the event planning focuses on solutions that conserve resources and strengthen plants. Participants learn how to adjust irrigation times to microclimates and evaporation, thereby reducing maintenance effort.

Plants that play along: Smart choice of varieties

Mediterranean herbs, steppe perennials, robust grasses: The curated selection conveys how resiliently designed beds can remain attractive even during heat periods. Additionally, there are tips for staggered flowering for more biodiversity and vibrant garden images.

Comfort on-site: Easily accessible, partially barrier-free

The EBG is located on the university campus, easily accessible by public transport and car; there are partially barrier-free paths on the premises. This makes knowledge transfer convenient and inclusive – for beginners as well as advanced participants.

Conclusion

Anyone looking to design their garden to be climate-resilient will receive compact expertise and directly applicable solutions here. Experience live how sustainable gardening is enjoyable – and how your green paradise flourishes with less water.