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A guide to bare root whip plants
A guide to bare root whip plants
The old fashioned word for bare root tree saplings and hedgerow plants is "whips" and this blog explains the origin of the name, plant species that are sold as whips,... Read more...
UK tree planting targets - fascinating facts and figures
UK tree planting targets - fascinating facts and figures
Historical and up to date data on how much tree planting has taken place in each region of the UK and the volume of additional British grown trees that will... Read more...
How to maximise wildlife friendliness in a hedge
How to maximise wildlife friendliness in a hedge
Six important tips to improve the wildlife friendliness in a hedge whether you are planting a new hedge or maintaining an existing one. Read more...
Windbreak and shelterbelt benefits and the best tree species to use
Windbreak and shelterbelt benefits and the best tree species to use
The benefits of windbreaks or shelterbelts, factors to consider when planning a windbreak, the best plant species and more detail on the top recommended species which is Alder. Read more...
The characteristics and importance of pioneer tree species
The characteristics and importance of pioneer tree species
A useful guide to pioneer tree species covering their common characteristics, a list of species normally considered to be pioneers, and their use and purpose in woodland creation. Read more...
How to spot the differences between Beech and Hornbeam hedging
How to spot the differences between Beech and Hornbeam hedging
How to identify the subtle differences between Beech and Hornbeam hedging or woodland trees. Read more...
How to spot the differences between Rhamus cathartica and Rhamnus frangula
How to spot the differences between Rhamus cathartica and Rhamnus frangula
Rhamnus cathartica (Purging buckthorn) and Rhamnus frangula (Alder buckthorn) - the differences are actually easy to spot and this blog will help you work out which is best for your... Read more...
How to differentiate between the most common dogwood hedging varieties
How to differentiate between the most common dogwood hedging varieties
Differences between the various Dogwood (Cornus) hedging varieties. Read more...
Facts you might not know about farm hedging
Facts you might not know about farm hedging
A collection of weird and wonderful facts about farm hedgerows including Hooper's Rule which guides you to estimate the age of a hedgerow. Read more...
The Differences between Silver birch and Downy birch
The Differences between Silver birch and Downy birch
A blog covering the significant differences between Silver birch (Betula pendula) and Downy birch (Betula pubescens). Read more...
Native trees versus non-native or naturalised trees
Native trees versus non-native or naturalised trees
The differences between native, non-native and naturalised tree species with a full list of native species listed by common and Latin names. Read more...