New Wildflower Displays To Be Created In Market Harborough
Written by HFM News on 23rd March 2022
New wildflower displays are to be created in Market Harborough to brighten up areas and boost biodiversity.
Seeds will be sown along the banks of the River Welland in the town centre, adjacent to the Commons Car Park and between the Northampton Road and St Mary’s Place bridges, and outside the railway station.
The District Council wants to build on the success of wildflowers in Welland Park for the first last year, which was warmly received by visitors and recognised by judges from the East Midlands In Bloom competition.
The wildflower area in Welland Park last year
Cllr Jonathan Bateman, Cabinet lead for environmental services, said: “Our aim is to extend these as they increase biodiversity.
“We noticed the amount of insects on the one in Welland Park, that won an East Midlands in Bloom award last year, and wanted to create more.
“There are also benefits for mental health.
“Many residents praised us for the wildflowers we planted last year and said they enjoyed sitting opposite the area, watching the insects and flowers, taking photos, and recreating it in their own gardens.”
