"Prize for Green Oases in Jena" awarded in 2024

The "Prize for Green Oases in Jena" goes to Winzerla this year. Kathy Witte has created a specially designed oasis in Schrödingerstraße. Mayor Christian Gerlitz presented her with the main prize on site today and congratulated her on behalf of all the prizewinners.

"Every year, I am impressed anew by the dedication and inventiveness with which our Jena citizens contribute to beautifying our city and improving the urban climate. They create habitats for plants and animals - all in their free time and with a lot of passion," said Mayor Gerlitz, praising the commitment of the award winners.

Award-winning oases

This year, Kathy Witte's green oasis, which she created with great dedication and creativity for the residents around the block of flats in Schrödingerstrasse, was particularly impressive. This not only invites people to linger and meet, but also provides food and a habitat for numerous insects and small animals all year round. By planting flowers, perennials and shrubs, a valuable green space has been created in this densely populated residential area. This commitment can serve as an inspiring example for other blocks of flats in Jena. Kathy Witte received prize money of €700 and a voucher from Boock Gartenkultur in recognition of her efforts.

Patrick Peters was also recognized for his commitment. He created a small green oasis in a previously sealed inner courtyard in Sophienstraße, which now attracts not only birds and butterflies, but also neighbors and friends to linger regularly. This achievement was also rewarded with prize money of €700 and a voucher from Boock Gartenkultur.

Further awards

Further awards went to Katrin and Hendrik Fröderking for their design of a green front garden in Johann-Friedrich-Straße and to Melanie Schneider, who created a lot of greenery on the roof of the carport in Friedenstraße despite the limited space available. Both projects were awarded prize money of €300 each.