On the 22 June 2010, 30 trees, sponsored by Starpak were planted at Ellords, an old age home taken under the wing of the Red Cross in Germiston. The trees planted were Rhus lancea and Dodenea angustifolia.
On the day of planting, nine members from Starpak arrived and were warmly welcomed by Sister Wendy, Matron of the home. After introductions were made,Busi Wawa, FTFA Project officer, demonstrated how to plant a tree. The Starpak staff divided themselves into groups to plant the rest of the trees. A reporter from the local Germiston newspaper arrived and interviewed Starpak representatives, Busi and Sister Wendy.
Some of the residents came out to watch the tree planting and they happily interacted with the Starpak team as they watched the indigenous trees replace the exotic species in the garden.
Sister Wendy thanked Starpak for their donation, and the difference it would bring to the home.
Link to article on Food & Trees for Africa website [click here]