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DOI: 10.11118/978-80-7701-025-2-0333

URBAN BIODIVERSITY MEADOWS: A TOOL FOR RESEARCH AND EDUCATION

Marek Hus1, Alica Saková2
1 Institute of Landscape Architecture, Faculty of Horticulture and Landscape Engineering, Slovakia
2 Botanical Garden, Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Tr. A. Hlinku 2, 94976 Nitra, Slovakia


The current state of grasslands in urban environments is becoming increasingly inadequate in terms of functionality. These grasslands fail to provide space for biodiversity, become dysfunctional in the summer months due to improper management, and their aesthetic value is largely diminished. One potential solution to improve the quality of life in cities, enhance the aesthetic appeal of public spaces, and support biodiversity is the introduction of flowering meadows in urban areas. In 2023, a project focusing on the education and research of flowering meadow communities was implemented on the SPU Campus. Traditional grasslands were replaced with biodiversity meadows that emphasize the regionality and originality of seed species. These permanent meadow communities are designed to improve filtration, hygiene, microclimate, ecological diversity, thermal regulation, and aesthetic value on the university campus. Additionally, sections of the meadow will be used for teaching and research purposes. The goal of the project is to raise awareness, promote environmental consciousness, advocate for sustainable solutions, and demonstrate them in practice.

Keywords: enviromental, landscape architecture, urban area, city

pages: 333-337, Published: 2025, online: 2025



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