MT MTHENRY HENRYPENINSULA PENINSULA CONSERVATION CONSERVATIONGROUP GROUP
NEWSLETTER NEWSLETTER
WELCOME TO DJILBA - THE FIRST SPRING We are in the season of Djilba marked by cool days sprinkled with warmth – nature’s way of announcing the arrival of the first spring. This season of fertility brings a burst of colour to the Peninsula. Native wildflowers are in full bloom, with prominent yellow hues typical over Djilba. Hibbertias and acacias are flowering in abundance, adding to the vibrant display. All of our native seedlings have been planted for the year and have been soaking up the winter rains. These young plants are beginning to form communities both above and below ground, sending down deep roots in preparation for the summer ahead. In celebration of National Tree Planting Day, the boys installed 50 native seedlings, bringing this year’s total to 290 native plants! About one-third of these are tree species. Our regular Thursday bush carers have been expanding their skills, learning the correct techniques for pruning trees and shrubs, which forms an important part of maintaining healthy bushland.
Weeding efforts have focused on Veldt grass, Yellow soldiers, Fumitory, and Pink Gladioli. Access to high-quality mulch for our paths has been challenging due to the presence of polyphagous shot-hole borer across Perth. After our mulch pile sat low for several weeks, the boys have now been able to use mulch made on-site from trees removed for the new development. You really can’t get more local than this, and it will go a long way in helping maintain access to our beautiful Peninsula.
CONTACT INFORMATION Mt Henry Peninsula Conservation Group Ms Izzy Streckhardt - izzy.streckhardt@aquinas.wa.edu.au
2025 - Issue 3