Searching
for seed will be the Annual Bioblitz event this year. Often overlooked in the
understorey and out of reach in the canopy the secrets of seed will be revealed
on Saturday 5th September 1-4pm along the West Ridge reserves.
A
seed collection specialist, Trish Barker, will be leading the hunt and seeds
collected will be grown on for planting back in the bush or purchase by locals
for their bushland blocks or backyards.
Seed
is an amazing source of wonder to the bushland wanderer, a food supply for the
local wildlife and the vehicle for plant’s ability to adapt to change by mixing
up the genetics of parents in the progeny.
Seed
comes in all shapes and sizes from big woody pears to dust-like sprinklings.
Knowing what to look for and when it’s ripe for the picking & propagating
will be part of the seed searching session. A seed-D of resources, The Seedy
Side of Plants will be provided to all participants.
Soup
and damper will be provided after the walk.
Bookings
are essential please email cppa.tsls@gmail.com or ring Trees In
Newcastle on 4969 1500. The meeting point will be off Whitelocke Street between
the mobile tower and the water tank.
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