Annually, as seasons change from winter to spring, the Recreation and Parks Department undertakes its ‘no mow’ drive.
The underlying goal of the initiative is to allow for the blooming of flowers and to aid conservation efforts, disclaims Cape {town} Etc.
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The drive takes place between August and November at chosen public open spaces, to allow for spring flowers and indigenous plants to bloom and seed.
Amongst the list of open spaces are Kings Place Park, Sunrise Circle verge and Valmary Park. A guided no-mowing list can be found here.
The ultimate aim of the drive is the protection of ecological processes which promote the growth of distinctive Fynbos vegetation.
A number of open spaces serve as conservation corridors which connect to other spaces such as conservation areas, nature reserves and national parks. These spaces ensure a flourishing network of interconnected environments.
During the ‘no-mow’ period, these areas display fields of colour and a wide variety of spring flowers for locals to admire.
‘The City has identified public open spaces, parks, greenbelts and road verges that are home to sensitive vegetation. These are the areas that will not be mowed over the next few months. Residents also have the opportunity to advocate for spaces in their communities to be added to the no mow list’ says Mayoral Committee Councillor, Patricia Van der Ross.
Furthermore, in this period, a diverse range of birds, butterflies, moths and bees are exhibited.
The drive showcases the City’s efforts to increase environmental friendliness and sustainable practices.
Mowing schedules will once again resume in the identified spaces at the end of November 2024.
Locals can submit applications to interrupt mowing in specific areas by writing to [email protected]
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