Learning
Check out our latest news, case studies and interviews, as well as educational pieces on all things urban trees.
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Honouring the truth of our young activists
Who could have missed the incredible waves that Greta Thunberg has been causing in the past year. We had a chat with a young UK activist who's continuing her work.
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Growing vegetables in small spaces
You don’t have to have a massive garden to grow your own fruit and veg. There are plenty of fruits, vegetables and herbs that will flourish in pots and small containers.
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Check out our free food growing guides
We have created a bunch of educational resources for planting and growing fruit and vegetables. Have a look!
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Intreeducing: the helpful hazel
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.
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The Tree That Owns Itself
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?
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War and peace through the internet of trees
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.
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Crown shyness
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.
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New years resolutions that'll make a difference
Fancy making your new year’s resolutions mean even more? Why not get people to sponsor you for your efforts!
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Sacred trees
The awe inspired by trees has had fertile roots in the past and continues to bear fruit and new shoots in our modern world.
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What to cook with the winter harvest
We present three easy recipes – packed with winter crops – that will help see you through the colder months.
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The life of a Christmas tree
Ever wondered what a Christmas tree makes of our tradition of bringing a tree home to decorate it just to get rid of it a little while later? Well, here’s the answer!
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How to start composting
Curious about composting? Our Edible Playgrounds team can teach you a trick or two.