Cycling along the main
route into Brighton a few weeks ago I glanced across Preston Park and was
dazzled by two large areas of wildflower planting adjacent to the main road.
The planting is part of an initiative by Brighton and Hove Council and is
located on two disused bowling greens. I had no idea bowling was so
unfashionable but no matter, where bowling enthusiasts lose out bees and
butterflies win. (There are apparently still bowling opportunities in Preston
Park)
The flowers include cosmos, nigella, poppies, cornflower, soapwort,
marigolds, lupins and borage and were sown by BHCC staff and local volunteers.
The overall effect is stunning and of course the wildflower areas are a low
maintenance option that will both attract pollinators and provide an attractive
feature for local residents and visitors to Brighton.
Makes me wonder where else there may be opportunities for mass plantings of wildflowers on public open spaces which are not used to their full potential.......
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