Flora The plantations and maintenance vary according to the type of area and how it is used. Therefore, plantations of native or introduced species are located alongside self-sown flora typical of the region. Next to mowed lawns, the wild environment develops and nettles, brambles and wild grass grow to create a better ecological balance. Woods and isolated trees Boisements There are 120 ha of woods the oldest of which were planted around 1960. Today they look like the natural woods found in the region, as most of the species are native. Read more Meadows Coquelicots There are two major types of meadows in the park: the mowed lawns, for games and picnics, and the "wild" meadows. Read more Plants in humid environments Renouée amphibie The flora of the upper lakes where all the belts of vegetation specific to this type of environment can be found, and that of the Vallon, are remarkably varied. Read more Flower gardens Jardin des dahlias Some particularly well-kept colourful areas form separate gardens amidst the vast expanses of greenery. Read more