vegetation

I have been walking along the small park near my apartment every morning for three months , and I enjoy the calm start to the day . Although the park is small , the variety of vegetation makes it feel like a greener place than the busy streets nearby . After heavy rain the path is often covered by leaves and mud , so it is sometimes cleared by the city gardeners . If I had more time on weekends , I would volunteer to help plant more native flowers to support birds and insects . Many neighbours have been meeting there recently , and this quiet project is helping the whole community feel connected .