Potsdam DE – Modern villa garden

The original garden consisted of a lawn area, four columnar oaks, and a monotonous ivy slope—this was the state before Manuel Wehrle fundamentally transformed the garden starting in 2020, not only for aesthetic appeal but also to give back to nature. The irrigation system was turned off to take a sustainable step. Instead of a barren lawn, a blooming orchard meadow now extends, providing habitat for meadow-nesting birds. The southern slope has been transformed into a Mediterranean sea of flowers, shining with vibrant colors and winter structure year-round. This planting is Atelier Wehrle's response to climate change, using resilient plants. The vegetable garden combines tradition with inspiration: traditional cottage gardens, English walled gardens, and the "potager du roi" in Versailles. The espalier fruit trees are both functional and a design element that highlights the charm of this garden. A habitat has been created here that unites tradition, innovation, and sustainability.