Unnatural Selection
Himalayan Balsam
is an introduced species from Asia which was added to ornamental
ponds and parks during the Victorian era. The Himalayan Balsam
spread very quickly and has now colonised almost every source of
water in the UK. This is disadvantageous to other plants native to
the UK because the Himalayan Balsam is prolific, blocking out
sunlight and using all the soil nutrients.
CITO
The plan is to
meet at the published coordinates at 9.45am. The event starts at
10.00 but we'll need the fifteen minutes to get sorted
out.
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There is
ample parking at the published coordinates.
Bring a packed lunch and a drink
Clothing - come dressed for the weather conditions, wearing
clothes that you do not mind getting dirty!, sturdy footwear such
as wellies or walking boots and bring a pair of gardening gloves if
you have them We'll be removing the Balsam by pulling it up before
it can set seed.
Ages
restrictions - children under 16 are welcome to attend but must be
accompanied by a responsible adult at all times
There's tea rooms
up the road at the Garden Centre for anyone attending.
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