Ongoing Work at Pelham Bay Park

July 1, 2009

The Golden Meadow


Since WildMetro’s inception in 2002 work has been performed (through the Earth Tenders program) to remove invasive plant species throughout Pelham Bay Park. Earth Tenders is a hands-on management project involving local communities caring for intact natural areas. Much of this work involves removing alien species, buth there is also some clean-up, patrol, and education efforts. No chemicals are used, and no planting; systems recover if threats are removed.


Recently, intensive work to restore a native meadow, named the Golden Meadow by David Burg, has been performed. Once restored, this meadow will provide a new habitat to many native bird and insect species. The meadow is located next to what locals call the Granny Tree – a four century old White Oak tree. This tree is truly an amazing sight having successfully survived the industrial expansion due to its location on a wealthy landowner’s estate. An article was even published about the Granny Tree in a South African magazine!


Contact WildMetro if you’re interested in getting involved in the restoration process of this beautiful meadow in Pelham Bay Park or if you’d like some information on other invasive removals occurring in various parks throughout the 5 boroughs.



The "Granny Tree" as its called by locals.


By Paige Reidy (WildMetro Summer Intern)

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