Plock court wetland area has been transformed into a sea of colour following the planting of a traditional meadow to recreate how the area could have looked in years gone by.
As the first bee guardian city we're not un-used to seeing beautiful planting across the city, to accompany the meadow planting which has been sown in eighteen areas across the city, the City Council have also transformed the wetland area at Plock Court into a field of colour.
The area has been planted with a special mix which recreates a traditional wild flower meadow, including species such as; ragged robin, ox eye daisy and sorrel amongst others.
This is part of a wider wetland project to help manage flood water and enhance the natural habitat of this part of Plock Court.
Councillor Sajid Patel, cabinet member for the environment said: "The next few weeks will be the best to view the wetland area in its colourful glory.
"The beautiful plants are attracting an array of insects and bird life to the area and I would suggest anyone who hasn't visited the wetland area recently to go along and enjoy the surroundings.
"If you are looking for an idea of something to do with the family which gets everyone out and about, then taking them to identify as many different species of wildlife can be a great day out."
Jessie Jowers, spokesperson for the Bee Guardian Foundation, said: "It is so exciting that yet another site in the city has been transformed for pollinators and all wildlife to enjoy in Gloucester."
The wetland attracts a wide variety of bird life include heron, little egrets and green sandpiper. House martins are currently utilising the exposed mud to build their nests. Because of the wide variety of the wildlife we ask that people control their dogs if they walk through this area of Plock court.
