MP for Gedling Tom Randall is urging people in the borough to get involved in a nationwide tree-planting campaign marking the Queen’s platinum jubilee.
Every part of the UK has been invited to plant a network of leafy avenues, copses, woodlands or single trees in honour of the monarch’s 70 years of service in June.
MP Mr Randall said: “Everyone in Gedling borough can get involved in Planting a Tree for the Platinum Jubilee in celebration of The Queen’s 70 years of service to the Nation.
“Whether you are a seasoned gardener or a complete novice, you will be guided through the process of planting trees so that they survive and flourish for years to come.
“Individuals, Scout and Girlguiding groups, villages, towns, schools and businesses in Gedling can play their part to enhance our environment by planting trees during the official planting season between now and March.
“Tree planting will commence again in October 2022, through to the end of the 2022 Jubilee year.”
Individuals wanting to take part can purchase tree saplings from a recommended nurseries. Schools and community groups in the borough can apply for free saplings from the Woodland Trust.
The planting of new trees across the United Kingdom may take the form of:
- Individuals planting trees on their private land.
- Corporates and businesses planting trees on their land and creating tree planting projects with employees.
- Platinum Jubilee Community Planting projects for youth groups, Parishes, Residents’ Associations.
- A Platinum Jubilee Avenue of medium-sized or large trees ideal for cities, large estates, new housing developments and parishes.
- A Platinum Jubilee Copse on private land or land allocated by the County or Council.
- A Platinum School Tree: on school grounds involving students and teachers.
You can find out more details about the campaign HERE
