A project to preserve vulnerable vegetation and wildlife will see hundreds of wildflower plants introduced to an upland hay meadow.
A spokesperson for the environmental charity said plant roots were good for moisture retention and soil health, with their texture playing a part in slowing the flow of overland water.
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A project to preserve vulnerable vegetation and wildlife will see hundreds of wildflower plants introduced to an upland hay meadow.
Friends of the Lake District wants to plant 1,500 wildflowers on land at Mazonwath, in Little Asby, Cumbria, to help reintroduce many native species lost through some farming practices.
A spokesperson for the environmental charity said plant roots were good for moisture retention and soil health, with their texture playing a part in slowing the flow of overland water.
Fold is calling for volunteers to help join the planting efforts on 13 October and more information on how to join is available on the charity's website.
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