Trees for Cities

The awe inspired by trees has had fertile roots in the past and continues to bear fruit and new shoots in our modern world.

​Fancy making your new year’s resolutions mean even more? Why not get people to sponsor you for your efforts!

Trees for Cities' and Woodland Trust's statement on Sheffield City Council’s new approach to managing the city’s street trees.

​Respect my personal space! Crown shyness is a naturally occurring phenomenon where some trees would strongly prefer to not touch one another, thank you very much.​

Our Grow On, Film It competition has come to a close for a second year and we’ve had so much fun watching the different entries.

​Have you ever wondered what trees would say if they could talk? Well turns out they really can communicate with one another, and they have lots to say. ​

We're looking back at a fruitful time for our Edible Playgrounds programme, and what exciting things lay ahead - all across the UK!

​According to legend, a man from Georgia, US, loved his white oak tree so much he gave it ownership of itself. But is it too good to be true?​

Earlier this month we kicked off our London-wide Lost Words campaign, where we'll be delivering copies of the nature spell book to every primary school in the capital*.

Although small and easy to overlook, that hazel has many powers, and is not one to be overlooked. Hazel is willowy, nutritious, crafty and has a fiery past.

​On 20th March 2019, we planted our millionth tree. This of course is a huge achievement, but it reminds us that there is much more to do.

Bad news: the bees are struggling. Good news: city-dwellers can help! Even a small garden patch can be a sanctuary for bees. Here are some tips to get you started.