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Radloff Park, with its many reproductive host trees such as English oaks and Poplars, has been significantly impacted, making it a focal point for this year\u2019s Arbor Month activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The infestation has resulted in the loss of many trees, and the landscape continues to change as the City works to combat the spread of this invasive species.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of the City\u2019s commitment to urban greening, the department planted PSHB resistant trees in the park to replace those lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThese efforts are a critical part of the City\u2019s strategy to preserve and enhance the urban forest, ensuring long-term benefits such as carbon absorption, air purification, biodiversity protection and climate regulation,\u201d said Patricia van der Ross. Mayoral Committee member for Community Services and Health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWhile the PSHB poses a significant threat to our city\u2019s trees, it is through events like this and ongoing efforts, we remain dedicated to addressing these challenges. By replacing the trees lost and continuing our greening efforts, we not only safeguard our urban canopy but also promote environmental awareness and community involvement.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Helderberg Nature Reserve and the Invasive Species Unit from the City\u2019s environmental management department were present at the event to engage with learners from Somerset West Methodist Primary, Solomon Qatyana Primary, Beaumont Primary, Danie Ackermann Primary, Lwandle High, Mondeor Primary, Rusthof Primary and Nomzamo Primary, Tereo Community School, as well as the Eco Rangers Environmental Club. They provided educational insights into the PSHB beetle, its impact on the community\u2019s trees and the importance of urban forest conservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div contenteditable=\"false\" data-embed24=\"Images\" data-pos=\"middle\" id=\"embed_2107a5ea\">\n<div class=\"slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-smallsrc=\"https:\/\/cdn.24.co.za\/files\/Cms\/General\/d\/12193\/fc84e1ffc61d49aeb07944ad2d4fdea4.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/districtmailhelderberg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/775334c4da544cf194ce9c98e8be3e20.jpg\" title=\"Getting down to planting the trees are (from left) Professor Francois Roets (Conservation Ecology and Entomology at Stellenbosch University), Norman McFarlane (Ward 84 councillor), Patricia van der Ross (Mayoral Committee member for Community Services and Health), Chantal Cerfontein (Subcouncil 8 chairperson), Ronel Viljoen (Community Services and Health Portfolio Committee chairperson) and Maarten Schurer (Friends of Radloff Park chairperson).\"><p><\/p>\n<div class=\"caption\">Getting down to planting the trees are (from left) Professor Francois Roets (Conservation Ecology and Entomology at Stellenbosch University), Norman McFarlane (Ward 84 councillor), Patricia van der Ross (Mayoral Committee member for Community Services and Health), Chantal Cerfontein (Subcouncil 8 chairperson), Ronel Viljoen (Community Services and Health Portfolio Committee chairperson) and Maarten Schurer (Friends of Radloff Park chairperson).<\/div>\n<div class=\"img_accreditation\"><span class=\"source\" style=\"display:none;\"><\/span><span class=\"photographer\" style=\"display:none;\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Radloff Park, popular among residents for its active and passive recreational opportunities, showcases the resilience of the Mother City\u2019s green spaces, even as they adapt to the challenges posed by invasive species. The park also benefits from an active and dedicated Friends group, which plays a key role in maintaining and enhancing the area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Arbor Month event underscores the importance of community collaboration, including the efforts of Friends groups, in preserving these valuable spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since April, coinciding with the City\u2019s tree planting season, 1 588 trees have been distributed from Newlands Nursery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Trees vary in size from 20 litre to 500 litre bags. Trees have also been planted in the Strand and Somerset West areas as part of the City\u2019s efforts to restore and enhance the green environment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of these trees are large specimens, bigger than 250 litres in bag size, providing an immediate and significant impact on the landscape. This is a considerable increase compared to previous years, demonstrating the City\u2019s continued commitment to tree replacement and environmental sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Community members across the City are encouraged to celebrate Arbor Month by contacting their local ward councillor about tree-planting initiatives in their parks and public open spaces. 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