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Seed dispersal: 5 ways trees spread their seeds
Trees have found several ingenious ways to ensure their seeds are spread far and wide. Some use wind or water, some use explosive force, and some hitch a ride on passing animals. We look at each of these clever methods.
Amy Lewis • 23 Aug 2019
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Blog
What is hoar frost and how does it form?
Discover what hoar frost looks like, how it got its name and the conditions it needs to form.
Emilie Bonnevay • 21 Feb 2019
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Trees woods and wildlife
What we are doing about tree pests and diseases
We are fighting back against pests and diseases. Find out what we're doing to prevent the spread and protect the UK’s trees.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Tree sparrow
Shy and sweet countryside-lovers. The tree sparrow is rarely seen around humans, but might be spotted in lowland farmland when there's some grain to snaffle.
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Blog
What do birds eat in the wild?
From garden birds to waterfowl and summer migrants, find out what birds eat in the wild and how their diet can change with the seasons.
Hannah Vickers • 08 Apr 2019
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Video
Tree planting for climate and biodiversity
Klare Owen is a self-proclaimed hobby farmer near Aberystwyth. In a bid to boost biodiversity, combat climate change and visually transform the landscape, she planted 2,250 trees through MOREwoods and MOREhedges.
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Blog
What can rings and black lines in tree trunks tell us?
We take a fascinating look at tree anatomy and explore the appearance of tree rings and other black lines.
Julia Lock • 29 Dec 2021
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Visiting woods
Best bluebell woods
See a stunning sea of blue this spring. Discover our best woods for bluebells.
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Practical guidance
Residential developments and trees guide for planners and developers
A guide for developers and planners on the importance of trees and green spaces in housing developments and how to integrate them into the design process.
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Protecting trees and woods
Campaign win: new planning rules protect Scotland’s ancient woods and trees
Scotland's planning policy has been updated to protect irreplaceable ancient woods and trees from inappropriate development.