Our humble hedgerows are often overlooked but they are immensely important for biodiversity, connecting habitats, protecting against pollution and fighting climate change. In fact, they are so efficient at guzzling carbon that the independent Climate Change Committee recommends we plant 40% more hedgerows, i.e. 200,000km, by 2050. That’s why we were so overjoyed to be joined…
Without their cloaks of distinctive leaves, you could be forgiven for thinking that deciduous trees can all sort of look the same in winter – bare and twiggy. But look a little closer, and you’ll find that there are key characteristics that can help you single out each species, even after they’ve disrobed for winter.…
Leicester City Council’s volunteer Tree Wardens, Coordinated by Penny Brown, Volunteer Co-ordinator in the Parks Department, met for the very first time in person last week. The health crisis meant that the group had to put many of their plans and activities on hold, including postponing their 2020 launch. The good news is that they…
Before 2022 truly takes root, we thought it only appropriate to look back at 2021 and take stock of everything you, our awesome funders, partners and supporters made possible. After all, they say a tree is only known by its fruit. Read on for a round-up of last year’s best moments, including the debut of…
This National Tree Week, it has never been more important to plant for our future. As we face the ongoing climate and nature crises, we need to come together to plant and care for our trees and hedgerows, which are some of the most powerful tools we have to protect our planet. At The Tree Council, we…
National Tree Week is the UK’s largest annual tree celebration and we’re delighted to be out celebrating with you all this week. On Monday 29 November, we joined forces with pupils from Green Lane Primary & Nursery School and the Wombles to get planting and inspire everyone to be a #PlantForOurFuture! Great Uncle Bulgaria spent…
Trees are amazing. These complicated, wonderful lifeforms have been on our planet for thousands of years and they’re integral to our survival. But how much do you really know about them? There are more than 3 trillion trees on earth – that’s 422 times as many trees as people! But at the beginning of human civilisation there were…
The Tree Council was delighted to take part in The Royal Parks Guild’s trainee and apprentice Discovery Day, held at the Olympic Park on Thursday 14 October. Over 200 young people spent the day learning about career paths in horticulture, environmental management and, of course, options related to trees and hedgerows! The day began with…
Whilst out seed gathering this year, you may have noticed that acorns are hard to come by. And you’re not alone. Right across the country, we are seeing one of the lowest fall of acorns for roughly 7 years. Why are there fewer acorns this year? The quick answer is that last year was what…
We are excited to share that a new Tree Warden Network has launched in Torbay, Devon. Trees are going to be vital as we work together to tackle the climate crisis. From carbon storage to improved air quality, reduced flood risks to reconnection with nature, taking care of our trees can offer huge benefits. In…