A marked garden is a carefully planned and organized garden where different areas, beds, or plant groups are clearly defined and arranged. Unlike a random or purely decorative garden, a marked garden is designed with structure in mind, often with pathways, designated planting zones, and thoughtfully grouped plants.

Marked gardens can serve multiple purposes: they make planting and harvesting easier, help manage soil and water effectively, and create a visually appealing, functional space. When based on regenerative gardening practices, a marked garden not only looks organized but also works in harmony with nature, improving soil health, supporting biodiversity, and creating a resilient ecosystem for vegetables, herbs, and other plants

Regenerative gardening is a way of growing plants that goes beyond sustainability - it actively restores and improves the health of the soil, ecosystem, and environment. Instead of just maintaining the land, regenerative gardening works with natural processes to rebuild soil fertility, increase biodiversity, and capture carbon.

This approach focuses on practices such as composting, mulching, cover cropping, companion planting, and creating diverse plant communities that support pollinators and beneficial insects. By mimicking natural ecosystems, regenerative gardening produces healthy, resilient plants while improving the land for future growth, creating a garden that benefits both people and nature.

The goal of creating a marked garden is to design an organized, productive, and resilient growing space that works in harmony with natural processes. By clearly defining planting areas, pathways, and plant groupings, a marked garden makes cultivation, harvesting, and maintenance easier and more efficient.

When based on regenerative gardening principles, the marked garden also improves soil health, supports biodiversity, and creates a sustainable ecosystem where vegetables, herbs, and other plants can thrive year after year. Importantly, the garden is designed to provide fresh, healthy food for the residents of Hyllegaard Høje, combining structure and functionality with ecological balance to nourish both people and the land.

Getting your hands dirty!

Hands-On Learning: Gain practical experience in establishing a marked garden and learn the principles and techniques of regenerative gardening. You'll learn about site assessment, soil preparation, plant selection, and sustainable gardening practices.

Community Building: Connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for sustainability and nature. Work together, share ideas, and build lasting relationships.

Fun and Rewarding Experience: Enjoy the satisfaction of seeing the garden grow and flourish. Participate in a meaningful project that benefits both people and the planet.

Yes absolutly, you can create your own garden in a small backyard or urban setting.

At the end of the festival you will be provided by materials from which you can learn more and create a thriving garden at home that provides a sustainable source of food, beauty, and habitat for wildlife.