A ‘Honey Bee Highway’ scheme to transform grass verges in Trafford’s industrial heartland has been boosted with more planting.
Trafford Council added more wildflower seeds and turf this spring to create new, colourful displays that are now providing much-needed havens for wildlife as well as a beautiful sight for commuters around the Trafford Park area.
Barton Dock Road, Parkway and the new Parkway tram stop have seen grass turned into floral mini meadows. The work builds on the success of the project last year thanks to Economic Development Regeneration Flexible Grant money via Greater Manchester Combined Authority.
Now brightening up the landscape are many species of British and European grasses and flowers including poppies, cornflowers, daisies and campions in colour-themed groupings.
