The planting of nature strips & street verges creates not only healthy and sustainable landscapes, but the delight of these flower displays to passing vehicle traffic and pedestrians is well documented.
Meadow Flowers report interest is growing strongly from councils and homeowners across Australia, as people see the benefits and want to support the cause in their own locality. One unseen benefit is less mowing being needed, leading to it being not only a cost-saving but also safer for council employees and homeowners alike. Additionally, the natural beauty of meadows encourages people to avoid walking through these areas, reducing foot traffic and protecting the plants from being trampled. This not only enhances the safety of the plants and local wildlife but also creates a more peaceful, undisturbed environment for the community to enjoy.
A fantastic example of this movement in action comes from a local resident in Torquay, Victoria, who successfully got approval from their local council to plant a nature strip. The project was a huge hit, garnering attention and admiration from the community. It was even featured in the local newspaper, showcasing how individuals can make a big impact by transforming their street verges into vibrant, sustainable meadows.
Meadow Flowers Australia also works closely with hydroseeding companies that specialise in spraying verge embankments with a treatment that creates a protective barrier, embedding seeds into the soil. This process minimises soil loss from rain and wind erosion. The benefits of hydroseeding are numerous, including its efficiency in difficult terrain applications for verge areas.
Meadow Flowers Australia is proud to have partnered with various councils and organisations across the country, supplying our seeds for hydroseeding projects. One notable example is the creation of a vibrant wildflower meadow at Robert Wright Park in Woodcroft, South Australia, for The City of Onkaparinga. The area was hydroseeded, and the City of Onkaparinga Council continues to purchase seeds from Meadow Flowers Australia to create a more feasible (cost-effective) and beautiful ‘wilderness’ alternative to conventional lawns at the park.