Pollen allergies cause symptoms like runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. They occur when plants release pollen into the air. In Reinbek, Germany, pollen seasons vary.
From January to March, hazel and alder trees release pollen. This is the first pollen season. Birch trees pollinate from March to May. This is the second pollen season.
Grasses and weeds pollinate from May to July. This is the third pollen season. Mugwort and sorrel pollinate from July to September.
High pollen counts occur on hot, dry, and windy days. Rain washes pollen out of the air, making it a temporary relief. Pollen counts are usually highest in the morning.
When pollen counts are high, we suggest doing these things to help with allergies, especially on windy days when pollen is flying around.