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Identifikátory DOI

DOI: 10.11118/978-80-7701-087-0-0100

DESIGN AND ESTABLISHMENT OF HERBACEOUS PLANTINGS IN RURAL ENVIRONMENTS AND THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS TO PUBLIC SPACE QUALITY

Marek Hus1
1 Institute of Landscape Architecture, Faculty of Horticulture and Landscape Engineering, Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Trieda Andreja Hlinku 2, 949 76 Nitra, Slovakia


Rural public spaces in Slovakia have undergone significant transformations in recent decades, often disrupting their traditional character and landscape identity. Appropriately designed vegetation represents an important tool for restoring the aesthetic, ecological, and cultural values of rural settlements. This study focuses on the role, functions, and potential applications of herbaceous plantings in rural environments and highlights their ecological, aesthetic, and social benefits. The paper also identifies common shortcomings in the management of rural greenery, including the absence of conceptual planning, the use of unsuitable plant assortments, and insufficient professional involvement in the design of public spaces. It presents a categorization of greenery within the built environment and discusses the specific characteristics of working with perennials and annual plants. In addition, suitable species for different site conditions are recommended, with particular emphasis on the use of local and traditional taxa. Herbaceous plantings contribute significantly to increasing biodiversity, supporting natural ecosystems, improving rainwater retention, and strengthening the identity of rural landscapes. The study ultimately emphasizes the importance of a professional and context-sensitive approach that respects local environmental conditions and cultural specificities to create sustainable, functional, and visually high-quality rural public spaces.

Klíčová slova: herbaceous plant communities; planting design; landscape architecture; urban biodiversity; rural environments

stránky: 100-105, Publikováno: 2026, online: 2026



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