Revitalised Derry garden will offer ‘oasis’ for local people and insects
Cornshell Community Garden in Derry officially reopened last week, with a new focus on creating a pollinator-friendly environment to support local biodiversity
Cornshell Community Garden in Derry officially reopened last week, with a new focus on creating a pollinator-friendly environment to support local biodiversity.
The revitalised space, located at Cornshell Fields, has been transformed by Apex Housing Association (Apex) into a beautiful oasis for local people and insects to enjoy all year round.
Margaret Rose Doherty, Apex Senior Property Services Officer, explained: “The transformation of Cornshell Community Garden is part of a wider commitment to encourage biodiversity in our communities. Apex is a supporter of the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan, and so we want to help combat the decline of pollinator populations which are vital for the health of local ecosystems.
"The garden's redesign includes the introduction of a variety of native plants that are particularly attractive to pollinators such as bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects. By selecting plants that bloom at different times throughout the growing season, the garden will provide a continuous source of nectar and pollen, ensuring that pollinators have the resources they need year-round.
"But it’s not all about the insects! The garden, created by our talented estates team, looks so beautiful and offers a fantastic community space that can be enjoyed by local people, both individually and collectively.”
Apex staff and tenants pictured at the official reopening of Cornshell Community Garden in Derry.