RIYADH: A blooming impressive 5 million plants have been grown in the massive Red Sea Global nursery since it was launched three-years-ago.
Currently running at full capacity, the announcement puts the 1 million square meter nursery – the region’s biggest - on course to producing more than 30 million, state news agency SPA reported.
The vast horticultural collection, that includes local plants, flowers, and other greenery will be replanted at Saudi resorts, hotels, and other projects including the Red Sea and Amaala destinations.
With the majority of nursery’s plants being indigenous species makes them ideal for the local environment, the report added.
And the introduction of additional desert species follows thorough assessments to ensure their coexistence with local plants and animals.
The nursery’s senior manager, Muteb Al-Osaimi, said combatting desertification – when fertile land turns to desert – was complex process.
“This presents an opportunity to transcend reasonable limits, elevate sustainability standards, and collaborate with an international team of experts who share a passion for environmental enhancement. Concurrently, we contribute to crafting beautiful destinations by designing captivating landscapes, creating inviting spaces for visitors to unwind, and fostering flourishing wildlife,” said Al-Osaimi.
With a workforce currently at 80, the Red Sea Global project is being used to provide employment and training for Saudi locals.