This experimental site , at Lurg , was designed by Ray Thomas. 2009.
Ray observed how an accidental bushfire rejuvenated parts of this property , improving the quality of the understorey and ground cover ( see top pics).
Some of the remaining remnant bush was burnt in autumn by the local CFA to simulate regeneration. We followed up in spring by seeding along the contour lines .
A mix of small shrubs and ground covers was sown .
The seed was collected by members of the Regent Honeyeater project. It was scarified with sandpaper rather than getting the boiling water treatment.
Like all Rays projects ,this site posed unique challenges. Ripping out burnt remnant daphne heath bushes with the seeding machine was a worry. The soil was very shallow and rocky. It was raining heavily while we were working.
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