Why are we planting here?

Trees for Cities plan to plant trees to introduce new species, provide more seasonal colour, improve biodiversity, and help mitigate pollution.  We have prepared plans which you can view in the section below. 

There will be up to 12 standard trees (young trees 1-3 metres tall), which will be arranged around Padstow House. We are planning to plant Amelanchier trees, also known as Serviceberry. They have a delicate blossom in the spring and fruit in the Autumn. Trees For Cities are also proposing a Tulip tree -  these produce interesting flowers which resemble tulips (pictured). We are also suggesting an evergreen Strawberry tree which produces clusters of beautiful delicate flowers which are attractive to pollinators and produce edible red fruits which resemble strawberries. 

In the grassy area between Bethlehem House and Limehouse Causeway, we are suggesting to plant a hedgerow made up of a mix of species. The aim is to provide additional protection and help reduce pollution from the street.  In time, it will also provide a rich habitat for small wildlife.

We hope these trees will be a welcome improvement to the estate and provide lasting benefits to the environment and the local community. We hope you can join us in shaping the design and planting the trees with us in early winter.

Have Your Say

We are now running a community consultation to seek community feedback before plans are finalised. We would like to identify resident priorities and preferences around the species selection of the plants, wildlife habitat creation, and other greening features planned for these areas. 

Please see our proposed planting design below and complete our survey.

You can also contact us via email at community@treesforcities.org