אילן והגננים ציון סימנטוב מגלה במקרה את פרחי הבר
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Jun 5, 2023 
Guest ציון סימנטוב, a third-generation nurseryman and founder of 'זרעים מציון', shares his passion for wildflowers and native plants. He recounts how the construction of Highway 6 spurred the creation of his nursery, allowing the rescue and cultivation of native species. Discover how he and his daughter Hila implement large-scale restoration projects, planting tens of thousands of squills. They also discuss gardeners' evolving tastes, therapeutic uses of herbs, and practical cultivation tips, making wild gardening more accessible and appealing.
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How Highway 6 Sparked A Nursery Pivot
- Tzion Simantov says growing wildflowers and native plants in his nursery started by chance after Highway 6 construction opened land to them.
- He recounts how that unexpected opportunity turned into a specialty for his nursery and a new gardening approach.
Rescuing Plants From Roadside Clearings
- ציון describes being called to tend newly cleared roadside areas and finding mature rootstocks and rare plants left after tractors passed.
- He narrates rescuing those plants and starting active propagation from unexpected field finds.
Wild Plants Scale Into Public Projects
- ציון reports large-scale planting projects moving native species into public spaces, proving scalability of wild gardens.
- He notes projects included tens of thousands of bulbs and large dune restorations, showing municipal adoption.
