Households in Wales to get free trees

Households in Wales will be able to collect and plant a free tree as part of an initiative called My Tree Our Forest.

There are over 50 collection hubs across the country run by Coed Cadw, the Woodland Trust in Wales which will be open from Saturday. The hubs will be run by volunteers who will be sharing their expert advice on how to pick the right tree for the right space.

There are 295,000 trees and ten different species available including: hazel, rowan, hawthorn, silver birch, crab apple, sensible oak, dogwood, dog rose, field maple and elder.

Those who are unable to collect a tree can have them delivered, or have a tree planted on their behalf.
   
During a visit to Bedfork Park in Bridgend where the first trees are being collected, climate change minister Julie James said: "Trees are a lifeline to us and all of the amazing life that they support. Where would our birds, insects and animals be without them… where would we be without them?

"I want everyone in Wales to check out our website to find your nearest tree giveaway hub and pick up your free broadleaf tree from tomorrow. On site, our wonderful volunteers will be ready with their expert advice to help you choose the right tree for your space and situation.

"As COP27 draws to a close in Egypt, our continued Team Wales effort in fronting up to the climate and nature emergencies is essential.

"By growing a beautiful tree in your own backyard, you can kickstart your contribution and help grow a healthy and happy Wales for us and our future generations to benefit from."

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