Mosaiculture
Brantford’s excellence in horticulture is something the whole community is proud of. Parks staff are continually looking for new and exciting ways to improve our floral displays.
Since the mid to late 50’s we have been very proud of a special planting we do that is referred to as “carpet bedding”. It is one dimensional planting using primarily foliage plants. We have used these plantings to recognize milestones of local and international organizations from Poland’s Millennium to the Year of the Veteran.
Today organizations can apply to be recognized through these plantings by contacting the Parks and Recreation office.
In 2001 we took the next step in specialty plantings and created a Mosaiculture. The origin of this type of planting dates back to the 16th and 17th century. It’s a combination of several art forms that can be done in one, two or three dimensions. The partnership of the creator/sculptor of the steel frame and the horticulturalist can create some spectacular living pieces of art.
Our first piece was to recognize the “Year of the Volunteer”. They were three- dimensional V’s. These were OK as first attempts but were a learning experience.
We have gone on to create the Peacock, the Bonsai Tree and this year a large turtle. Staff have worked very hard to make this program a success.