Hungarian gardeners adopt sustainable practices amid climate challenges

Amid prolonged droughts, extreme weather and rising food prices, more Hungarians are turning to hobby gardening as a way to adapt to climate change. Permaculture advocates such as Réder Ferenc of the Adaptív KertCsoport stress the shift from intensive, repetitive planting toward resilient systems that retain water, enrich soil and coexist with wildlife. Gardeners report that their plots now host birds, bats, hedgehogs and a diversity of plants, providing both ecological benefits and personal stress relief. The movement reflects a broader desire for sustainable, low‑maintenance food production that can endure hot, dry summers while offering therapeutic value to urban dwellers.