Want to create a tiny forest? Fonticello Park RVA tells you how

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- On Tuesday, May 13, the Friends of Fonticello Park is inviting community members for an informative talk to discuss the tiny forest planted at Fonticello Park in Richmond.

On March 15, community members --in partnership with the City of Richmond Parks and Recreation -- came together and planted a Miyawaki-style forest at Fonticello Park.

The informative talk will feature guides through the creation of the unique green space from Ann Jurczyk with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and Daniel Klein with the City of Richmond.

They'll also dig into the history and origins of the Miyawaki method, the goals behind the project, the types of trees planted and the environmental benefits that the small forest aims to bring the community.

Tiny forests are also known as pocket forests or micro-forests, according to Friends of Fonticello Park. They are small in size but "pack a powerful environmental punch."

During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to see the tiny forest up close and learn how projects like this help to enhance biodiversity, improve air quality and contribute to the health of urban ecosystems, according to a social media post by Fonticello Park RVA.

To learn more about this event or future events, you can visit Friends of Fonticello Park's website or check the organization out on Instagram.