Knox has an exciting and diverse array of indigenous grasses on display during November. They come in a range of sizes, colours and shapes. Native grasses provide essential habitat and are an important food source for local insects, butterflies, birds and mammals.
November marks a transition from spring to summer. First Nations people of the Kulin Nation describe it as Buath Gurru – Grass Flowering Season. This season is one of seven in the which detail changes in our local environment, species behaviour, weather and movement of the stars.
In our local bushland reserves and native residential gardens, grass species are shaking off winter and growing their seeds. You may have also noticed the presence of more butterflies and insects at this time. That is because they are one of many species which rely on grass’ germination and pollination in the warmer months.
During the peak of summer, the indigenous grasses will drop their seed to promote recruitment next season. At Knox City Council our Biodiversity team and contractors take special care to encourage and support this process of regeneration. We do not mow or brush cut patches of indigenous grass in bushland reserve until after they have dropped their seed.
Next time you walk through a bushland reserve, see if you can spot one of Knox’s indigenous grasses.
For more information contact our Biodiversity Team
