Stormy gusts of wind are forecast in the Sihlwald region. Falling branches are to be expected.

Ruderal area (dry site)

Ruderal areas are habitats with stony or sandy subsoil that have a mosaic of overgrown and open patches of ground. Ruderal areas are often populated by pioneer plants and ground-nesting insects.

Material:

Free soil surface of at least 1 m²
Nutrient-poor substrate, e.g. wall gravel (unwashed, unbroken and round); sand and natural stones
Native seeds for ruderal areas
optional: stones and/or branches of various sizes

Structure:

depending on the conditions, the humus layer must be removed from the existing soil by up to 40 cm
Fill the area with nutrient-poor substrate
Sow with a native seed mixture in spring (March-May) or fall
Optionally, the area can also be enhanced with sand lenses, stone and branch piles or wooden berms

Function:

Provides food and habitat for wild bees and other insects, reptiles such as lizards, amphibians and birds

Location:

Sunny and dry locations all year round are ideal. Steep slopes are particularly popular with ground-nesting wild bees. Already existing, open and unvegetated sites are suitable and require no additional material.