Make your local area a better place to be in 2011

Applications to receive a free community tree planting pack to plant in spring and autumn 2011 are open now.

Packs are available in two sizes

420 trees create a long hedge (approx 92m), or divide up and plant at different sites. If planted as a block of trees, there is sufficient for approximately one acre of land. Trees are supplied as young whips about 30 - 40 cm high. This pack comes complete with canes and protective spirals

105 trees for planting either in small groups or as a hedge (approx 23m). Trees are supplied as young whips about 30 - 40 cm high. Tree protection is not included

Packs come in a choice of four themes:

For Colour

Beautiful views in every season

Native trees include field maple, hawthorn, hazel, birch, rowan, cherry and dogwood.

A mix to provide people with a stunning seasonal displays of colour, subject to demand

For firewood

Keep the log fires burning

Native trees include ash, birch, cherry, oak and rowan.

Species which burn well and help attract wildlife to your local area, subject to demand

For food

Create a wild harvest

Native trees include hazel, blackthorn, crab apple, elder and dog rose.

A mix ideal for making traditional treats and drinks, subject to demand

For wildlife

Provide new homes for native wildlife

Native trees include hawthorn, hazel, birch, rowan, oak and blackthorn.

A rich mix of native species that will create vital new habitats for wildilfe, subject to demand

Dates to remember...

Applications for Spring packs close Wednesday 2nd February.

Groups will be notified if they have been successful the w/c 7th February.

The packs will be delivered to successful groups w/c 7th March.

How can I ensure my application is successful?

To be eligible for a free pack:

• The trees must be planted by a local community group on land that everyone in your area can enjoy and benefit from
• Applicants need to ensure that the community tree planting event is an open invite wherever possible so local people can take part
• Permission from the landowner must be obtained before applying for free trees. We will not approve applications where permission is not provided

Planting more than 420 trees?
Our MOREwoods team are here to help you create your own wood