PLANTING THE HILLS
The appearance of Wellington before the bush was wholly destroyed is recalled by a correspondent whose letter we publish today. He makes a plea.for replanting such land as may be available with native trees of the species which originally flourished here. This plea we are glad to support.: We have constantly advocated replanting the hills. Of course, there are initial difficulties to be overcome, for some of the more beautiful native trees will not grow without shelter. But if this shelter is first given by other growth, it should not be impossible to renew, at least in part,' the forest which clothed the hills and slopes of early Wellington. Indeed, some experiments have already proved the possibility. All that is now required to carry on the work is the genuine interest of citizens in the beauty of their city. Any expert advice that may, be necessary will, we are sure, be readily given by the Forestry League and the State Forest Service..
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Evening Post, Volume CVII, Issue 131, 4 June 1924, Page 4
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