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A PLATINUM jubilee planting session took place in Earley earlier this month to mark our former monarch.
Seventy birch trees were installed at Thames Valley Park to honour the Queen.
They have been installed at four roundabouts across the campus as part of the national Green Canopy scheme that formed part of her celebrations this time last year.
Seven species of birch tree, which originate from around the globe, have been selected to mark her reign and to symbolise the Commonwealth.
Each group of trees has unique characteristics and is being underplanted with UK native wildflower meadow grass.
Jonathon Adey, Thames Valley Park’s on-site ecologist, said: “We have been thrilled to see so many volunteers from businesses throughout Thames Valley Park come forward to do their part to support this fantastic initiative.
“Thames Valley Park is a real haven for nature and is becoming a diverse home to so many of our species of plants and animals.
“These new birch trees will not only enhance the park’s natural beauty while celebrating the late Queen’s 70 years on the throne, but as they mature will help to absorb 10,500 kg of harmful carbon dioxide emissions from traffic driving on nearby roads.”
The project supports the Wokingham-borough-placed business park with its ongoing strategy to better connect workers throughout the campus with the natural world.
And plans are also in place for further enhancements to Thames Valley Park, which will provide the business community and members of the public with a range of new features and amenities.
The planting at Thames Valley Park comes after King Charles III expressed his gratitude to all those who have taken part in The Queen’s Green Canopy.
“This project has shown how simple, practical and positive gestures can make a big difference, and I can think of no more fitting tribute to her late Majesty’s 70-year reign,” he had said.
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