The event, aimed at greening the capital and promoting ecological culture, was attended by representatives of government agencies, public organizations, eco-activists, university students and secondary school students. 300 tree seedlings were planted during the campaign.
Minister of Ecology Aziz Abdukhakimov noted that all conditions are created in the public park for a comfortable stay of residents.
"Firstly, there will be no attractions or catering facilities on its territory, as the park is designed as a quiet area. Secondly, 100 species of roses are being planted here for the first time, creating a unique rose garden. Thirdly, there will be a natural lake in the park. Fourthly, nests for birds will be built. Fifth, all the paths will be paved with stone, and the benches will be made of dried wood, that is, exclusively from natural materials. Sixth, the park will be planted with plants that bloom in different seasons, making it beautiful all year round. Seventh, the entrance to the park will be absolutely free, and anyone can relax here. Eighth, garbage cans will be installed only at the entrance and exit, and waste disposal in the park will be strictly prohibited - this will ensure a clean environment. Ninth, the park's design is based on European, including Japanese, experience. Tenth, only local trees adapted to the climate of the region are used for landscaping," the minister said.
For information: the Oxygen Park public green park project was created within the framework of the Yashil Makon national initiative in order to create a favorable ecological environment and conditions for cultural recreation of residents and guests of Tashkent, as well as to increase the level of landscaping of the city. The area is 7.5 hectares. The project is being implemented from 2024 to 2025.
More than 1,200 tree seedlings and 23,000 shrubs will be planted as part of the Oxygen Park project. Among them: 208 ash trees, 160 maples, 190 oaks, 137 large-leaved linden trees, 46 tulip trees, 177 Crimean pines, 52 Arizona cypresses, 23 acacias, 38 willows, 6 Canadian crimson trees, 6 magnolias, 50 Japanese sophoras, 6 Zarafshan junipers, 100 common junipers, 50 white birches and 20 plane trees.
The 23,000 shrub seedlings will include: 9 plums, 189 Syrian roses, 2,370 lavenders, 2,120 photinia, 260 oriental camellias, 26 Indian lilacs, 400 forsythias, 600 magnonias, 200 stem roses and 17,460 roses of various varieties.
An artificial pond and 1 underground well powered by solar energy will be created to grow seedlings of trees and shrubs.
The park's opening ceremony is scheduled for spring this year.
