We've been working with three Leicester schools to revamp their playgrounds with new gardens, trees and planters as part of a natural approach to managing localised flood risk.

Find out how Trees for Cities is keeping our newly planted trees alive during the summer months through watering - and how you can help out too!

Lets delve into the extensive research out there that analyses the connection between urban trees and migratory birds.

As we approach Clean Air Day 2023, let’s take a closer look at how urban trees produce clean air, and why they’re so essential to our wellbeing.

We know we need to look after our bees but how much do we actually know about them? Prepare to bee amazed!

Trees for Cities supporter Diane Gabriel provides us with an insightful and historical explanation on why urban forests can provide health benefits for all.

Whilst many may think that hedgehogs reside in quiet, rural woodlands, they are popular in towns and cities and are very reliant on urban trees and greenery!

One of the most iconic indicators that it's spring in the UK - blossoming trees! They treat us to a beautiful display of soft, indulgent colours and mark the start of the season.

By planting trees strategically, we can help improve some of the effects already being felt by the climate crisis in our towns and cities, such as flooding.

​Cooking with seasonal food isn’t just a great way to use up the crops in your garden, it also has the environmental benefit of not needing air miles to reach your plate. ​

Frome extreme heat to flooding, urban trees can help mitigate extreme weather conditions in our coastal towns and cities

Find out the many way urban trees help mitigate against the effects of climate change and heatwaves.