The restoration of the French garden at the Château de Versailles is underway, captivating garden enthusiasts across Europe. This iconic garden, crafted by the Sun King Louis XIV, is now being carefully revived with the help of a Belgian team specializing in plants. On 2025-05-25 18:07:00, the team was given a special preview of the buxus shrubs planted for the project, marking a proud moment for Belgian horticulture.
- Restauratie van Versailles-tuinen verloopt geleidelijk
- Zonnekoning Lodewijk XIV creëerde de tuinen
- Belgisch team levert buxussen voor restauratie
- Zoeken naar ziekteresistente buxusvariëteiten
- Betterbuxus renaissance vermindert pesticidengebruik
- Fransen tonen vertrouwen in Belgische expertise
Hans Vanhoenacker, expert in buxus plants, shared the honour of supplying these shrubs for such a historic garden. Despite the French pride in their heritage, they trusted the Belgian team to deliver quality. While the garden remains fenced off for now, it will soon open to the public, inviting visitors to enjoy the restored beauty.
What makes this restoration unique is the choice of a disease-resistant buxus variety. The traditional species suffers from pests like the buxus moth and fungal diseases, but the ‘betterbuxus renaissance’ variety used here is more sustainable and pesticide-free, though four times more expensive. How important is ecological responsibility in preserving cultural landmarks?
Why did the French choose a Belgian team for such a prestigious project? It shows trust and recognition of Belgian expertise in plant cultivation. The project also raises questions about balancing tradition with modern ecological practices:
- Use of disease-resistant buxus reduces pesticide use, protecting the environment.
- Collaboration between Belgian companies and French heritage sites strengthens cross-border cultural ties.
- Investment in more expensive, sustainable plants reflects a shift towards greener restoration methods.
As the gardens prepare to open to visitors, this restoration sets a new standard for combining tradition with sustainability. Could this inspire more eco-conscious projects across Belgium and beyond? Garden lovers and cultural tourists alike will soon witness the fruits of this green collaboration.
