Thousands of free tree saplings are being given away, with residents encouraged to plant trees, increase nature in their communities, and contribute to a carbon-neutral Cornwall.
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The Forest for Cornwall team are behind the initiative which will start during National Tree Week, from 23rd November to 1st December, and continue throughout the planting season.
All the saplings have been supplied free of charge by construction company Morgan Sindall, through Cornwall Council’s Local Investment in Nature Cornwall scheme.
The Forest for Cornwall programme has surpassed the milestone of 1 million trees planted earlier this year, making up more than 600 hectares. This winter, there are a further 400 hectares planned, to include field corners, orchards, and more than 20km of hedgerows.
The Forest for Cornwall team will off Back Garden Forest tree giveaways at various locations. There are a choice of native species to choose from, including spindle, rowan, whitebeam, hazel, crab-apple, and dogwood. Each sapling will come with a leaflet with information on the tree species and how to care for it.
St Ives is among a number of libraries taking part in a giveaway, with saplings supplied by community equipment services company Medequip UK. Saplings will be available at the library on Saturday, 30th November, from 10am until noon.
