Trees are Life

It was a real joy to see how the children opened the transport cords in the rustling star-shaped leaves of the amber tree and enthusiastically shoveled away the soft sand with the children's spades. They marveled at the different layers of soil; happily hopped into the holes in the earth until their heads sank into them. In a

They have learned that there are father and mother roots and the fine, delicate hairy roots, like the smallest in a family. And finally, Jacob showed us that a coiled jute belt - can be a perfect telescope!

So, as of today, an amber tree and two field maples adorn the Holmbrook playground - a place of meetings for young and old, where life finds its manifold expression in play and relaxation.

 

An amber tree can grow up to 45 meters high, its crown looks like a flame - hence the name "Amber". In autumn, its bright yellow-orange-red and purple leaves are a feast for the eyes. The resin, extracted from the bark of the tree, is used in medicine and bears the name "Storax" or "Styrax". It is an expectorant and anti-inflammatory balsam. It also has antibiotic, antiseptic and analgesic properties. Styrax is also a sought-after incense. On the mental-spiritual level, the scent has a mood-lifting effect and strengthens self-confidence, among other things. It calms the nerves, is sleep-inducing and relaxes the vegetative system.