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🌿 The plant life in Gedi National Monument Forest is diverse and vital for the ecosystem. From ancient trees to unique species, the flora plays a crucial role in sustaining biodiversity. Learn more about the importance of preserving Gedi’s plant life. 🌱 #PrimateGlobalFoundation #GediNationalMonumentForest #wecare #Flora #Biodiversity #Conservation

It’s Native Plant Month 2024 in many states across the country! The GCA, its member clubs, and collaborating organizations, are committed to building awareness about the importance of native plants in sustaining ecosystems. Native plants have evolved over thousands of years in a specific geographic region, alongside local flora and fauna, without direct or indirect human intervention. They include large canopy trees, understory trees, shrubs, perennials, vines, or grasses that are indigenous to an area with a unique growing habitat.   What can you do? Reduce or eliminate pesticide and herbicide use in your yard to create a healthy environment for plants and pollinators. Pictured: The GCA’s 2024 Montine McDaniel Freeman Medal winner, Passiflora incarnata, also known as passionflower or maypop, is a perennial climbing vine that adorns its surroundings with a display of extraordinary beauty. The plant's fruits offer a delectable treat with their unique flavor and culinary versatility. #nativeplantmonth #sustainableecosystem #biodiversity #plantnative #thegardenclubofamerica

Unfortunately some of these plants are still sold in shops. If you want to know what not to plant in your garden for the coming nice days, read this post!

want a super simple way to help build biodiveristy in your yard? check if what you are planting is actually native (as opposed to invasive) Sprinklr Planten

Today, we got a worried call from one of our forest owners. She was sad because a porcupine had come in and killed a few trees. It is easy to see why someone would be sad for a dead tree, however, having a porcupine showing up in the forest is a great sign that the ecosystem is maturing. Porcupines evolved in the forest and play an important part as ecosystem engineers; a similar role as beavers have. Through the disturbance they cause, they modify the dynamics of plant communities, which leads to an increase in biodiversity. When a porcupine trims, or even kills a tree, the canopy of the forest will open up and a new set of plants will be able to come up as more sunlight is available. The tree stump and the fallen trunk left behind, become an important habitat for hundreds of other species. The remains of the tree also become food for decomposing microorganisms, which is necessary for the nutrient cycling of a healthy forest. #naturebasedsolutions #ecosystemrestoration #reforestation #miyawaki

#NoMowMay is well under way at Holkham! – This May sit back and let your lawns flourish. Here's just a few reasons why you should let your lawn go au natural this month: 🐝 Hungry pollinators such as bees and butterflies have something to eat when they emerge from hibernation. 🌿 It boosts biodiversity. When lawns are frequently mown, there is limited variation of species that can withstand the pressure of regular cutting. After time these become established and dominate highly manicured green spaces not allowing room for other plants. When other species can grow this encourages a range of different invertebrates, birds and small mammals into your garden. When it comes to biodiversity, bigger is better! 💰 Resources and time are saved. Between the lawn mower, the fertilisers, the seeds and the tools not only will your garden benefit, but your wallet will! Use the time you will save by leaving your lawn alone to frolic amongst the wild flowers that will grow in its place! 🌫️It cuts carbon. If your petrol or diesel mower is not running the carbon you would be usually putting into the atmosphere will be significantly reduced, creating cleaner air for everyone. Image Description: Beautiful yellow cowslips cover a section of uncut grass in the Park. From there you can see the South Front of Holkham Hall and the lake to the left. #Holkham #HolkhamEstate #VisitNorfolk #NorthNorfolkCoast #Biodiveristy #WONDER

Q: We are doing the reduced mowing action from this month onwards. Does our business need to be aware of anything further? A: A perfect pollinator-friendly action. https://lnkd.in/eJ3EGXfk Don’t forget to lift the cuttings otherwise dominant grasses will suppress the naturally regenerating wildflowers. https://lnkd.in/e8rmcHyS Remember sowing wildflower seed mixes is NOT a biodiversity action; it’s a horticultural action. https://lnkd.in/eRBCkpPJ PIC: Liam Lysaght

Meet Urihi’s first product: the Aroeira Honey! 🌎 This naturally mixed honey and honeydew comes from the Tropical Dry Forests located in the North of Minas Gerais, Brazil, and acknowledged with Denomination of Origin 💊 It has antimicrobial, antioxidant, gastrointestinal properties, and one of the highest concentration of polyphenols found in any honey in thew world, with a less sweet taste and the unique characteristic of never crystallizing at room temperature 🐝 But it also has environmental super powers: it’s a more lucrative option than cattle ranching, and farmers are replacing this activity for beekeeping 🌳 To expand in this activity and grow their business, they are joining our tropical dry forests restoration project, aimed to reforest areas of the most threatened forest type in the world which have been converted to pastureland. This is the first of a series of unique nature-positive non-timber forest products from monitored areas of conservation and our restoration/agroforestry projects, so stay tune!| #foodismedicine #aroeira #tropicaldryforests #urihi  #thestandingforesteconomy

Don't judge a nettle by its sting! Often overlooked and unfairly maligned, the stinging nettle is a true unsung hero of our ecosystems. While its prickly exterior may deter some, this remarkable plant plays a vital role in supporting biodiversity. Nettles provide a haven for countless insects, including caterpillars of beautiful butterflies like the Peacock and Small Tortoiseshell. These in turn become a food source for birds, creating a complex and interconnected food web. So don't be so quick to get rid of them out of your garden, instead consider: 🌱 Creating a dedicated 'wildlife corner' space for nettles to thrive. But, make sure they still get sun, as the butterflies will seek out sunny leaves to lay their eggs. 🌱 Growing nettles in large pots for controlled growth. There are even benefits to you! Nettles are great for making tea and soup. And adding nettles to your compost heap will create nutrient-rich soil. By appreciating the nettle and providing a space for it to flourish, you're taking a step towards a more biodiverse garden. 💚

🐝 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐬: 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤-𝐈𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐳𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭 🐛 Insect hotels are more than just quirky garden decor—they play a vital role in supporting biodiversity and ecosystem health. Here are three reasons why you should consider building one: 🦋 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭: Insect hotels attract pollinators like solitary bees, which play a crucial role in fertilizing flowers and ensuring fruit and vegetable production. 🦋 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥: Beneficial insects, such as ladybugs and lacewings, find shelter in these hotels. They help keep garden pests, like aphids, in check without the need for chemical pesticides. 🦋 𝐁𝐢𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭: Biodiversity Boost: By providing a habitat for various insects, you contribute to overall garden biodiversity. Insect hotels create a mini ecosystem that supports a range of species. These small structures have a big impact on your garden’s health! 🐞🌸 #GardeningTips #Biodiversity #InsectHotel #Pollinators #Wildlife