VIDEO: They'll look lovely in 70 years
Paignton Zoo has planted a batch of new trees to commemorate the queen's platinum jubilee - and if you come back in 70 years, you'll enjoy the full effect.
The zoo has responded to a call from the Queen’s Green Canopy (QGC) tree planting to mark the jubilee.
The zoo says it is "putting down meaningful roots for the future of the zoo" whilst also "acknowledging the incredible efforts that staff have made in these challenging times."
Dennis Flynn, chief executive of Wild Planet Trust, the charity that runs Paignton Zoo said: “Today’s tree planting provides an opportunity for the Wild Planet Trust to humbly and with gratitude honour Her Majesty’s extraordinary service. The trees will provide a canopy under which future generations can enjoy nature and in which native species can thrive.”
Catherine Mortimer, deputy curator of botanics, said: “We have chosen a variety of trees including Whitebeam, wild cherry, and lime. Many of the trees we have selected are quick growing trees, some provide red fruits and some beautiful blossom, such as cherry. Hopefully they will delight our visitors with their rich colours and potential to provide both shelter and shade for years to come.”
This video report is from BBC Spotlight.
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