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Everything you need to know about British trees. From identification, folklore and history to the pests and diseases that threaten them.
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A-Z of British trees
Explore our simple A-Z identification guide to the trees of Britain, from natives to naturalised and widely planted non-native species. You'll find images, tree descriptions and information on where you're likely to find them.
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Identify trees with our Tree ID app
Download our free Tree ID app for Android and iPhone to identify the UK's native and non-native trees. It's an A-Z tree guide in your pocket.
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How to identify trees
All trees have clues and features that can help with identification. You just need to know what to look out for with our quick guide.
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Tree pests and diseases
Learn more about the pests and diseases threatening our trees. Find out how to spot them, the symptoms and outlook, and how you can help.
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Ancient trees
Ancient trees are irreplaceable. Steeped in history, these impressive trees have been standing tall for hundreds of years and are invaluable homes for wildlife.
Why we need more trees
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How trees fight climate change
Planting more trees is the best climate change solution. Find out how trees lock up carbon and how many we need to reach the UK's carbon net zero target by 2050.
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Can woods and trees reduce flooding?
Find out how native trees and woods can help alleviate the devastating effects of climate change.
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Why are trees important for biodiversity?
Woodland is home to a wealth of wildlife. If we don't protect what we have left and work to create woodlands of the future, we stand to lose more than just trees.
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Agroforestry benefits nature, climate and farming
Integrating trees in arable crops and livestock systems makes agroforestry a win win for sustainable food production and the natural environment.
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Why woods are good for our health and wellbeing
Along with improving our quality of life, woods and green spaces can help make us physically and mentally healthier.
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Protecting trees and woods
What urban trees do for us
They green our cities. They clean our air. They even increase the value of our houses. Urban woods and trees do so much for people, wildlife and our economy.
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Tackling air pollution with trees
Air pollution can have a serious impact on our health, global climate and biodiversity, but there are ways to reduce it. Discover the role trees have to play.
Test your tree knowledge
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Summer tree identification: can you name these nine trees?
Helen Keating • 13 Jul 2020
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Autumn leaf identification quiz: can you identify these 10 trees?
Helen Keating • 21 Sep 2020
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How to identify winter trees quiz - twigs, buds and silhouettes
Helen Keating • 17 Dec 2020
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How to identify elderflower and what to do with it
Helen Keating • 03 Jun 2021
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Hawthorn and blackthorn: what’s the difference?
Charlie Mellor • 09 Apr 2019
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What’s the difference between nuts and seeds?
Charlie Mellor • 29 Aug 2019
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