Learning to use a Scythe

This morning Roger, showed one of our youngest volunteers how to use a scythe. This is a traditional way to cut grass and was used to cut the wildflower meadow. This will help the wildflower seeds reach the soil and grow next year. Cutting also removes the tall grass and dead plants, which stops them building up and making the soil too rich. Strong grasses and weeds can then take over and push out the wildflowers.