COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECT

ON
ADOPT A PLANT

In partial fulfillment for the requirements of the award of the degree

of “Computer Science and Engineering”.

School of Computer Science and Engineering

Lovely Professional University
Phagwara, Punjab.
Introduction:

This Project is designed to introduce the issues of pollution in day-to-

day life in the 21st century. This issue was getting worse so, WWF-
India has launched an adopt-a-plant campaign aimed at greening the
country's urban centres. The campaign was launched in the presence
of former Indian Prime Minister Shri I K Gujral. While accepting a free
sapling from WWF-India, Shri Gujral also signed a pledge to nurture it
into a tree. The campaign has already garnered a lot of support from
students, professionals, corporations, and even the Indian Defence
Army. NASA recommends one indoor plant for every 100 square feet
of living space to improve indoor air quality. So I decided to pick up
this topic as my CDP which I think it will promote the campaign also
there is some fresh air around the environment. Although I along
with my family has planted more than enough plants at our native
place, But planting one more is obviously a good thing to do.
Problem Identification and the Cause of the Problem:

The issue of lack of plants has already been highlighted everywhere

but hardly people are concerned about it. Although in my locality
there are ample amount of trees/plants, But I have noticed that in
many part of the country trees are getting chopped off due to
urbanisation. If all the plants on earth died, eventually on the living
beings on the planet will also die. Human beings and other animals
need plants to live
Without plants, there would be no food to eat. The immediate
consequence of the absence of plants would lack of oxygen. If there
is no oxygen, there would be no photosynthesis and hence, no food.
So easily we can figure that it is impossible to survive without having
plants on earth.
Objective to be achieved:

The main objective of my project is aware those communities who is

hardly aware of the cause of lack of plants. Although our present
government is concerned about this cause, but not much. After
searching on google I got to know that Arbor Day Foundation is
working on this cause, But as I didn’t knew it earlier, I think many
people are also not aware of the campaign. So I am also hoping from
the government to highlight the issue.
In addition to this I am also planning to grow one more plant at my
place which would contribute to the campaign. Although my mother
is doing this from long. I have also asked people in my society to
plant trees, Because each count of a plant will help in producing food
and oxygen, which will continue the supply chain for animals.

This is how I planted my hibiscus plant at my home

Various Steps taken to achieve the objectives:

As mentioned earlier my objectives were:

❑ To identify a community development area which needs to be
addressed.
❑ To take certain measures in plantation of those areas.
❑ To make assure the maintenance of the planted area in an
innovative way.
❑ To make organization in every area to ensure proper growth of
the plants.
❑ Government should ensure that proper water supply is present
in the rural areas.

First water to my plant

Bring plant inside:

If we can, bring that warm-weather plant inside for the winter. These
vibrant plants can be used to decorate the home as they’re receiving
much-needed protection from winter weather. When this isn’t
feasible—due to space limitations, for example—outdoor plants can
also be transported to the garage or sun room, where they can be
exposed to temperatures at least ten degrees warmer than what
they’d be experiencing outside. Determine where potted plants need
to be placed by making note of their sun requirements; those that
need the most light should be situated by east and west facing
windows while those that don’t need as much sunshine can sit by
windows that face to the north and south. Either way, your plants
shouldn’t be too close to the windows, as the cold can affect them if
they touch a pane. Vents dry the air so also try to keep houseplants
away from them.
Apply mulch:

When heat and moisture escape from soil during the winter months,
plants suffer. Protect the vulnerable root systems of the plants by
applying a layer of mulch two to three inches thick to the soil
surrounding them. Consider wheat or pine straw mulch, as these
varieties trap heat effectively and are easily removed in the spring.
Mulch can serve another purpose as well: Some plants, such as roses
and strawberries, benefit from being covered by mulch in the winter.
Mulch helps plants survive the winter, but it needs to be raked back
in the spring so the soil and plants can be exposed to the warmth of
the sun.
Cover plants:

Plants that can’t be transferred inside can still be saved if they’re

covered throughout the winter. Old blankets, drop cloths, and tarp
are examples of materials suitable for protecting plants from frost,
though they can’t fight cold temperatures. To avoid damaging plants,
prevent coverings from touching branches and leaves. This requires
either spreading the covering out or propping it up with stakes.
Winter means strong winds; weigh or tie down your coverings so
they don’t blow away. Don’t secure these materials too tightly,
however. Since plants still need exposure to air and sunshine,
coverings will need to be removed during the day.

This is how plants are covered in winter to avoid strong winds.

Construct a cold frame or greenhouse:

Feeling ambitious? Go the extra mile to protect your plants by

building them a cold frame or greenhouse. Be aware that these
projects require some advanced construction effort and the results
aren’t especially attractive. On the other hand, cold frames and
greenhouses are simply the best ways to protect plants during the
winter. Constructing a cold frame involves slender metal rods bent
into loops. The ends are then stuck into the soil across a garden row.
Here, clear plastic sheeting acts as a covering when it’s placed over
the loops. Unlike simple coverings, a cold frame protects plants from
frost and traps heat. This is clearly beneficial, but it also means that
cold frames need to be ventilated on particularly hot days.
Use natural pesticides:

While they may protect the plant they’re purposed for, pesticides
can contaminate soil, water and other vegetation, causing harm to
birds, fish, beneficial insects and non-target plants. This can have a
devastating impact on pollination, thus throwing the whole
ecosystem out of balance.
Clever plant combining or making your own natural pesticides using
everyday food items such as garlic and pepper are a great way to
combat invasive species without harming the environment or your
health.

This is how I sprayed a natural pesticide to my plant.

Support a tree-planting charity:

Lots of businesses help to offset their carbon emissions by working

with a tree planting charity. We work with the World Land Trust and
you can help them to build a forest of the future by signing up for an
account when you shop with us.
This will mean that you become a Green Beauty Club member and
can choose to donate your Green Points to support the incredible
work that this charity does preserve and protects natural habitats.
Effectiveness of the Project:
Plants are like superheroes. They provide us with oxygen and are an
essential resource for all human life on Earth. They’re also beneficial
for the well-being of students too, according to plant expert Elin
Meliska. She works at Allen Centennial Garden, UW–Madison’s artful
living laboratory and public botanical garden within the Horticulture
Department.

Being around plants also makes us less stressed, leading to lower

ratings of pain, anxiety and fatigue. Plants improve air quality and
increase humidity as well, which can be a lifesaver during the long
Wisconsin winter.

Owning a plant is like having a green study buddy. Being around

plants improves concentration, memory and productivity. And
having plants in our room or study space can increase memory
retention by up to 20 percent. Plants improve air quality and
increase humidity as well, which can be a lifesaver during the long
Wisconsin winter. Growing an owning a plant is never a bad idea for
anyone.
Conclusion:
Therefore, I conclude that trees should be regularly planted to save
the mankind and the animal world. Tree plantation and its after-care
is a pleasing work too. We can get much pleasure in planting trees and
in taking care of them. We students should plant trees in our
compounds and in the front-yards, backyards and side-yards of our
university and near our own houses and in other places wherever
possible. We should also explain to our neighbours the goodness of
tree-plantation and encourage them to plant and care new trees. We
should consider the fact that we all need trees and trees are important
to us humans. Save them and they will save us in return. We should
plant as much trees as we can, you are planting life too because of the
fact that they are giving us fresh air, woods that we people used to
build our houses. They stands as our shelter most specially to the
animals, a shield to heat. We should protect them because they are
helping us. Sometimes we become rude to them, we cut them without
replacements and we are the reason why they are being fewer. Have
mercy on them because they are one of the reason why we still have
fresh air now.
We all can contribute to a healthy natural environment by planting
trees. Before planting, it's important to research a variety of tree
species, or talk to an expert, to find out which trees grow best in
your part of the province.

In this last 40 days I managed to get a bud which feels like my own baby.