I hope you been warm well during this cold winter. Last week, on one of the sunnier days, we went for a walk in the Bushlands and noticed some of the wattles are flowering. Their brilliant yellow stood out amongst the wet bush so we were able to get close to them to identify. They were Early Black Wattles, Acacia decurrens, that are indigenous to NSW and have been introduced into Victoria. Luckily there were only a few of them so we have earmarked them for removal at one of bush restoration mornings before they take over.
Come and join us at our next bush restoration morning, this Sunday 16th August 9.30-12.30. We are planning to work between Ferny Creek and Wallaby Walk, which through a Melbourne water grant was cleared of Pittosporums a few years ago. It is amazing to see the indigenous plants coming back, especially the beautiful Spear Grass. Of course, there are a few weed seedlings that are appearing too which will need removing so we can give the bush a chance to rejuvenate.
At morning tea there will be an informative talk about a local plant or animal. (I learnt about Acacia decurrens at one of the morning tea talks).
Meet at the main, middle gate, rock wall entrance, Glenfern Road, Upwey. Tools and morning tea provided.
The bush restoration morning will be cancelled if raining.
Come and join us at our next bush restoration morning, this Sunday 16th August 9.30-12.30. We are planning to work between Ferny Creek and Wallaby Walk, which through a Melbourne water grant was cleared of Pittosporums a few years ago. It is amazing to see the indigenous plants coming back, especially the beautiful Spear Grass. Of course, there are a few weed seedlings that are appearing too which will need removing so we can give the bush a chance to rejuvenate.
At morning tea there will be an informative talk about a local plant or animal. (I learnt about Acacia decurrens at one of the morning tea talks).
Meet at the main, middle gate, rock wall entrance, Glenfern Road, Upwey. Tools and morning tea provided.
The bush restoration morning will be cancelled if raining.
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