The Clyde Bee \u0026 Butterfly Patch is a perfect example: It\u0027s adding to insect research, it\u0027s a lab for native species and it\u0027s proof that a single garden can…
Now in its second full year, the Patch is delivering on its potential. Despite poor soil and road run-off, the Patch is thriving, thanks to Nora’s design, the careful selection of native species, and the ongoing commitment of the volunteers who maintain it.
Each time I visit, there’s something new to see. I’m getting better at identifying the plants and the insects that nosh on pollen or sip from the muddy pool. As predicted, there’s been a decrease in the amount of trash in the area and if there’s less garbage on the road, less will get into the woods.
It’s been a fantastic community builder and Nora is always willing to share her knowledge and expertise with anyone who stops by. It’s also been a springboard for another garden coming this fall to the other side of the Carlington Woods and a demonstration garden in Hampton being planned for 2023. At a time when not much environmental news is good, the Patch is a place that always lifts my spirits. It’s adding to insect research, it’s a living lab where we can test out which native species do well where, and most of all, it is proof that with a gardener’s passion, some hard work and dedication, a single garden can make a big difference.
The Clyde Bee & Butterfly Patch is at the intersection of Clyde Avenue South and Castle Hill Crescent. The best viewing times in August are afternoons or early evenings.Share this Story:
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