DISCOVER HOBSONVILLE POINT | AUTUMN 2014
GOING NATIVE
Nursery at HP or volunteers planting to coast
One of the ecological goals we have for Hobsonville Point is to create a continuous green corridor around our coast. We're proud to say we've planted more than 10,000 native plants on the coast this past year alone. Those natives are truly 'born and bred'. In fact they couldn't get more local, which is ideal because it means they're evolved to prosper right here. How we source the plants is a fascinating project in its own right, and one you're welcome to become involved in if you like being around plants, and people who like plants. Our partner in this venture is the Kaipatiki Project, a not-for-profit organisation that's been turning the North Shore native since 1998. Kaipatiki Project specialise in growing plants from local seed (called 'eco sourcing') to ensure the survival of sub-species that are genetically different to those in other areas of New Zealand. These sub-species are often not available from commercial nurseries. Kaipatiki has an onsite nursery at Hobsonville Point where you can get involved in helping propagate plants. Most of the seed collection, sowing, potting and eventual planting back to the coast is done by volunteers who meet at the nursery each Wednesday morning between 9am and midday. Volunteers don't need any gardening experience – we'll show you the ropes. Please visit Kaipatiki Project's website at kaipatiki.org.nz if you're keen to get involved.
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