News from the Valley

What plants and trees can you see in the Riparian Rhapsody at Chingford Park? Which native plants grew here in the past? From Ferguslie to Hawthorne by Carole Hendry, “In 1860, North East Valley was described..as a “dense forest”. There was not a single area of clear ground throughout its length and breadth…” “The original Chingford residence was built in 1862.” In nearby lovelock bush, from Dunedin Botanic Gardens, “regenerating forest after having been cleared 130 years ago. You can easily see the different layers of vegetation. Kanuka is the dominant canopy and underneath …