Restoration Works in the North Garden

The reason for removing the shrubs is their poor health condition and partial dieback. In recent years, the boxwood has been attacked by the box tree moth (Cydalima perspectalis) and infected by parasitic fungi, including Volutella buxi (Corda) Berkeley var. Pseudonectria buxi (Montagne) Wollenweber, and honey fungus (Armillaria mellea (Vahl) P. Kumm.). This caused severe weakening of the shrubs, as well as leaf and stem dieback. Despite care efforts (systematic inspection of shrubs, spraying, pheromone traps, fertilization, and winter covering), the plants' condition could not be improved, and the aforementioned pests and infections could not be eliminated. In cases of such pathogenic fungal attacks, it is not recommended to replant boxwood in the same place where the infected shrubs were growing. A quarantine period is necessary, as it is the only known and effective method to prevent the spread of harmful pathogens to other parts of the garden.

The restoration work will result in the removal of approximately 560 linear meters of boxwood (Buxus sempervirens L.) and 130 linear meters of dwarf boxwood (Buxus sempervirens 'Suffruticosa'). In their place, turf lawns (bordering the garden beds) and seasonal spring and summer flowers (embroidery inside the beds) will be planted. Removing the shrubs will help restore the garden's historical and aesthetic values.

The restoration in the North Garden is being carried out by the Garden Department team of the Museum of King Jan III's Palace at Wilanów, with the approval of the Mazovian Voivodeship Conservator of Monuments.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

Kamila Domańska, Jacek Kuśmierski