Last summer, the lawn by the UBC Reconciliation Pole transformed into a colourful haven and pollinator meadow — and it quickly became a summer highlight for campus residents and visitors. This campus demonstration of biodiverse and resilient landscapes is part of a SEEDS applied research collaboration between UBC staff, students and faculty. And this spring, we’re inviting you to explore it up close with us!
As this naturalized landscape continues to establish, its composition will shift over the coming years. While last year’s blooms were dominated by gorgeous pink Clarkia, this spring we’re excited to see which new and unexpected species might make an appearance. Join us for a BioBlitz in the meadow, where we’ll be identifying flowering plants, pollinating insects (with a focus on bumblebees!) and pesky invasives! As part of the Biodiversity Days 2025 iNaturalist project, your observations will contribute to monitoring the diversity of species across the UBC Vancouver campus. Whether you join us for a few minutes or the whole event, your contributions will help us learn more about the plants and pollinators making UBC buzz with life!
This event is part of Biodiversity Days 2025. Biodiversity Days is a month-long celebration every May that honours the International Day for Biological Diversity (May 22). Local celebrations highlight the many species, genes and ecosystems that sustain our communities. Hosted by UBC Botanical Garden in collaboration with SEEDS Sustainability Program, this year’s program features a diversity of events, including family nature walks, bird tours, community science action, virtual events and more.
Biodiversity Days is made possible with funding provided through the UBC Botanical Garden Community Outreach Fund and with funds from the SEEDS Sustainability Program.
This event will be held outdoors, rain or shine. Please dress accordingly. Don’t forget to bring a smartphone or camera if you’d like to contribute your observations to the iNaturalist project!
