Veteran homeowners create a stunning rose sanctuary on their land.
Chatting with the Burrs, Rose Masters of Pasewalk
Seems like an apology is in order for Gisela and Edgar Burr, but it's just Mother Nature being, well, Mother Nature. After a downpour, the garden, their verdant haven, has taken a hit. A few rose branches have given way, and leaves have tumbled. But fear not, the roses are resilient, and after a couple of sunny days, they've bounced back.
The Pasewalker's garden is a haven of blooming roses and boxwood trees, a labor of love meticulously tended by this couple over the years. As public servants by trade, their retirement saw them transform their property, which they purchased in 1985, into a rose paradise. Initially, they even dabbled in tobacco and potato farming, later supplementing their garden with a goldfish pond and a water feature. However, change was inevitable, and that pond made way for a new rose bed.
A trellis was built to support climbing roses in the backyard, while the pride and joy of the Burrs are the shrub roses adorning the house's gable. Over the years, these plants have grown impressively, with newer pink standard roses added later, replacing a pine and a fir, and vector-born roses in the front garden.
The couple's rose collection boasts over 100 pieces, from shrub, standard, hybrid, to climbing varieties. The couple finds solace in these flowers, a perfect antidote to the stress of their working lives. They procure their roses from German breeders, ensuring their certified plants will thrive. If they come across something intriguing at markets or other gardens, they don't hesitate to add it to their collection.
While the roses bloom twice a year, in June and July, as well as in August and September, they sometimes continue to bloom even in October. Gisela Burr, the green thumb of the duo, takes care of the planting, while Edgar Burr focuses on pruning. When they need assistance or are away, they have a reliable friend to help out.
For those fascinated by the Burrs' rose garden, the Pasewalk Hof Festival offers an opportunity to witness the rose spectacle. The festival takes place on Saturday, June 21, from 1 to 5 pm at Feldstraße 31 a. If you're in the neighborhood, drop by to meet the Burrs and witness the splendor of their rose garden.
- The Burrs' property, a picturesque blend of lifestyle and home-and-garden, houses a rose paradise, featuring various rose varieties from fashion-and-beauty, such as shrub, standard, hybrid, and climbing roses.
- Despite the temporary setback following a downpour, the Burrs' garden remains a labor of love, catering to their hobby of gardening and providing a serene sanctuary amidst the ever-evolving fashion-and-beauty of roses and boxwood trees.
