ENVIRO Fixers Durban North has urged the north Durban community to come out and support its celebration of Arbor month by planting indigenous trees on Saturday, 12 September (from 9am to midday) at Bridgevale Valley.

A collaborative effort between the City’s Parks Department and Enviro Fixers has seen the park, situated near the Japanese Gardens, transformed in recent months.

Local resident and conservationist, Jane Troughton said the aim was to plant 150 trees through the valley on the day.

“We have a range of different species of trees and shrubs available to plant. What is even more incredible is they are all locally indigenous so they are perfectly suited to grow in the valley. We will have different zones across the valley where will be planting the different species. We are hoping to see as many residents there as possible and trees will be sold from R30 or alternatively they can bring a tree to plant, however, it has to be locally indigenous. Residents can either pay cash or scan our Zapper code,” she said.

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If residents aren’t up to digging a hole, an extra R10 will see our Enviro warriors dig a hole to make it easier.

“The long term goal of this day is we are hoping residents will make a connection with the tree they are planting. So it’s not just a random donation once off but you can form a bond with the tree and come down to the park whenever and water it and watch it grow. What we’ve noticed in our rehabilitation of Bridgevale is that there is very little diversity of indigenous tree species. They comprise only the four main pioneer trees we have in Durban. By planting a more diverse array we will attract more species of birds, butterflies and wildlife,” she said.

All you need to join is a spade, as much water as you can carry and either your cash or phone to participate encouraged Troughton.

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