DELIGHTED residents have praised efforts to introduce wild flower and plant verges in Harlow.

The joint initiative between HTS Group Ltd and Harlow Council is a trial project involving four areas - Mark Hall Park, Third Avenue, Second Avenue and Southern Way - which could see more wildflower verges created around the town.

Residents have been sharing photos on social media of the sites as they bloom and talking positively about the difference the displays are making to their wellbeing and the environment.

Alastair Gunn, Councillor for Environment and Councillor Matthew Saggers Councillor for Mark Hall, met up with Andy Bradley HTS Assistant Parks and Landscapes Manager at Mark Hall Park to discuss the project and to see one of the displays for themselves.

Mr Gunn, said: "I loved seeing the new wildflower verge in Mark Hall Park. It works so well with the backdrop of St Mary at Latton Church, and in view of the iconic Solo Flight sculpture. This is a great initiative from HTS that's being delivered with Harlow Council. I'm looking forwards to the results of the wildflower verge pilot later this summer, and seeing how we can do more to enhance Harlow's natural environment and support biodiversity in the town."