ᐅ Is a 3,000 square meter (approximately 32,000 square foot) plot of land practical?
Created on: 20 Jul 2016 16:20
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Vogelmama
Hello,
I’m new here and want to start right away with a question. I hope I posted it in the right subforum.
My husband and I are still at the very beginning of our “building a house” project. We have been searching for a plot of land for some time but haven’t found the right one yet.
Now there is a 3,000 m² (0.7 acres) plot for sale. It has no zoning plan and is relatively affordable.
While my husband only sees the large amount of work that must be involved, I see it a bit differently. I understand his concerns, but at the same time, I imagine it would be wonderful to have so much space: a vegetable garden, greenhouse, fruit trees, maybe some sheep and chickens, a pond, and so on.
Of course, all of this involves a lot of work and can only be accomplished if both of us are fully committed. But aside from that, I would like to know if anyone has experience with such a large plot.
How did you make use of the space?
If you grow a lot of fruits and vegetables, can you mostly live off them?
How many years did it take until your garden looked the way you imagined it?
Please share a bit about your experiences and whether you would do it the same way again.
Thank you very much in advance!
Vogelmama
I’m new here and want to start right away with a question. I hope I posted it in the right subforum.
My husband and I are still at the very beginning of our “building a house” project. We have been searching for a plot of land for some time but haven’t found the right one yet.
Now there is a 3,000 m² (0.7 acres) plot for sale. It has no zoning plan and is relatively affordable.
While my husband only sees the large amount of work that must be involved, I see it a bit differently. I understand his concerns, but at the same time, I imagine it would be wonderful to have so much space: a vegetable garden, greenhouse, fruit trees, maybe some sheep and chickens, a pond, and so on.
Of course, all of this involves a lot of work and can only be accomplished if both of us are fully committed. But aside from that, I would like to know if anyone has experience with such a large plot.
How did you make use of the space?
If you grow a lot of fruits and vegetables, can you mostly live off them?
How many years did it take until your garden looked the way you imagined it?
Please share a bit about your experiences and whether you would do it the same way again.
Thank you very much in advance!
Vogelmama
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Bauexperte20 Jul 2016 22:31MarcWen schrieb:
Then you just have any gardener come for 10 euros. 2-3 hours, then the lawn is mowed and the rest checked. That’s wishful thinking, Marcus; just wait and see what amounts you’ll be quoted for maintaining your property. Especially how many hours are needed to keep it properly maintained.
Bauexperte
MarcWen schrieb:
Then you just have someone mow the lawn for 10 euros. 2-3 hours, then the lawn is cut and everything else checked. Sure, that costs a few euros a month, but if you fall in love with the property and everything else fits, then go for it. If needed, you can divide the plot when buying and lease out part of it.Honestly: why would anyone want a huge plot if they then have to hire someone to maintain the lawn? And at a time when you just want to relax on your own...
We have a 650 m² (7000 ft²) lot: front yard, house, and two large terraces. Besides flower beds and fencing by a hedge, we have several berry bushes, two thornless blackberries, a small raspberry hedge, two kiwi plants, two compost bins, three fruit trees, an herb bed by the kitchen, another one on the terrace, and two small areas for kohlrabi and beets. There’s also a tomato and cucumber corner 🙂
Additionally, two lawn areas: one is fairly rectangular and open for playing badminton or something, the other is a bit more irregular and connects several areas. There’s still room for a fire pit with a beach chair and a modest-sized greenhouse.
Weeds are annoying and need to be dealt with regularly, watering is really a challenge 🙁
The vegetable beds require regular care due to pests, and the fruit trees constantly face fungal issues...
I enjoy wandering through the garden, sitting here and there—but if all the work has to be done bent over... If everything is a must-do, then a big garden isn’t what brings relaxation.
By the way: my husband mows three times a week right now. That would be too much for me—larger? Never!
And you can definitely get some plants inexpensively, including those you have to nurse along. But it simply takes several years of monthly expenses before the garden gains some structure.
ypg schrieb:
Honestly: why would anyone want a huge plot of land if they then have to hire someone to maintain the lawn? Especially at times when you just want to kick back and relax alone... That was the compromise I proposed. Unfortunately, there are areas in Germany where building plots are practically nonexistent. In such cases, you might consider buying a few extra square meters if an opportunity arises.
Of course, light and shade—everyone has to decide that for themselves. For me, 3,000 sqm (32,000 sq ft) would also be too much and definitely beyond my compromise limit, but that’s something everyone has to weigh individually, pros and cons. You can’t just set a fixed maximum of, say, 800 sqm (8,600 sq ft). Someone might have horses or other plans in mind.
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HilfeHilfe21 Jul 2016 07:53Hello!
Even with just a bit of lawn and some plants, you stay pretty busy. My wife also comes up with the "most amazing" ideas. Why? Well, she is currently at home like you (parental leave) and has all kinds of plans :-) At the moment, it's an ornamental garden with all the trimmings.
She plans, buys flowers, and I do all the hard work. In some ways, I don’t mind, but on the other hand, I do. Because it stresses me when I know there’s still work left to do, the effort is exhausting, and I also want to do absolutely nothing in the evening sometimes. Or go for a run again.
My neighbors have a 3 to 4 square meter (32 to 43 square feet) area. The wife is at home, they have 5 children, and the husband brings home the bread. They don’t have any fruit or vegetables but a lot of plants, trees, and lawn. They are CONSTANTLY outside doing things with all the kids.
In short: Sorry, but I feel for your husband. He will have to realize your dreams and deal with the stress. Especially if you go back to work again. Don’t be mad, but do it for your husband’s sake. If he already has concerns now, it probably won’t get any easier.
Even with just a bit of lawn and some plants, you stay pretty busy. My wife also comes up with the "most amazing" ideas. Why? Well, she is currently at home like you (parental leave) and has all kinds of plans :-) At the moment, it's an ornamental garden with all the trimmings.
She plans, buys flowers, and I do all the hard work. In some ways, I don’t mind, but on the other hand, I do. Because it stresses me when I know there’s still work left to do, the effort is exhausting, and I also want to do absolutely nothing in the evening sometimes. Or go for a run again.
My neighbors have a 3 to 4 square meter (32 to 43 square feet) area. The wife is at home, they have 5 children, and the husband brings home the bread. They don’t have any fruit or vegetables but a lot of plants, trees, and lawn. They are CONSTANTLY outside doing things with all the kids.
In short: Sorry, but I feel for your husband. He will have to realize your dreams and deal with the stress. Especially if you go back to work again. Don’t be mad, but do it for your husband’s sake. If he already has concerns now, it probably won’t get any easier.
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