"The Royal Parks has transformed the former brownfield site into a 8,000 sq metre paradise for flora and fauna, bringing about an estimated 184% increase in biodiverse wildlife habitat."
"A large ornamental pond of naturally filtered water provides a new aquatic habitat for plants, insects and amphibians, while a former water storage tower has swift nesting and bat roosting boxes integrated into its new roof."
"We call it a micro-mosaic of habitats, because there are so many different features within this relatively small garden."
"Bees and butterflies are thriving among the 200,000 spring bulbs planted in the garden, and the park's longstanding residents are also benefiting from the new habitats."
The Queen Elizabeth II garden in Regent's Park opens this month, showcasing a 5 million biodiversity project. The garden, transformed from a brownfield site, spans 8,000 square meters and features over 40 new trees, wildflower meadows, and climate-resilient plants. A large ornamental pond and a former water storage tower with nesting boxes enhance the habitat. Wildlife, including a daily visiting fox, has already been spotted. The garden is designed as a micro-mosaic of habitats, promoting thriving populations of bees and butterflies among 200,000 spring bulbs.
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