Planting more trees is something that we should all be doing to help the planet. We are all dependent on trees for our lives, as are so many other species, from the rainforests of the Amazon to the snow laden Scandinavian forests. Planting a tree in our own gardens is something that we can all do to help both local wildlife, as well as the planet as a whole.
When it comes to choosing the right type of tree to plant, it is always best to go for a native species. Trees that are native to Britain are likely to be easier to care for as they are used to the climate here. There are many different species of native trees to choose from, including Oak, Rowan, Ash and Hawthorn to name but a few. Many of our native trees have a great deal of folklore and history surrounding them, which is fascinating to look into if you want to get more of an idea about how many trees have played a part historically.
As well as deciding on the species of the tree that you want in your garden, you should also be aware of the final size that the tree will grow to, as you don’t want a tree that is too large for your garden! For smaller gardens, trees that are smaller such as Rowan and even Silver Birch are a good choice, however if you have room to spare, an oak tree is a really majestic tree to have in the garden and will potentially live for over 1000 years.
When it comes to planting the right tree to go in your garden, you may also want some expert help with this. As well as planting the tree itself, managing it and caring for it as it grows can be challenging. Someone like this Dorset tree surgeon /kieranboylandtreeservices.com will be able to help and advise on the best way to care for the tree, and as the tree grows can mage and cut it back when necessary. By looking after your tree well, you not only get to enjoy it for your life and of course the lives of the local wildlife, but it is also a legacy for you when you are gone.
