Stories
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Spring Ahoy!
19 April 2020
It may feel frustrating to be in lockdown for this most beautiful of seasons, but we can still enjoy the delights that spring offers. It’s time to turn detective!
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How to Haiku
17 April 2020
Haiku, the ancient Japanese form of poetry, is inspired by nature and has its roots in a deep appreciation of the natural world.
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The weird and wonderful world of the plant hunters - part 4
2 April 2020
Adventuring from darkness to light – the final frontier.
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Growing together in isolation
31 March 2020
Are you spending a lot of time at home, but want to stay engaged, positive and productive? Why not start a virtual food-growing club with your friends or colleagues!
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Does ivy kill trees?
19 March 2020
Could Ivy be the most misunderstood kid on the block?
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Ripple Greenway: turning an unused park into a community hub
28 February 2020
“I never used to come here because I was scared to walk down here with my kids after school. Now we feel far more relaxed and walk to school here every day”.
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Food waste is rubbish!
27 February 2020
How to make the most of your vegetables - one stem at a time!
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Fighting climate change in towns and cities
24 February 2020
As part of a new grant from the Forestry Commission, we're happy to announce we'll be planting 10,000 urban trees in 11 cities across the UK. We can't wait to get stuck in!
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Breakthrough Step Forwards in Monitoring Past Projects
12 February 2020
We’ve been planting woodlands in London for over 25 years. With new research, we’re able to take stock and look at the health of these trees in the first chapter of their lives.
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Tree tunes: hear my song!
31 January 2020
Do you listen to music? Would you like more trees to be planted? Here’s a unique chance to do both!
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It’s time to start thinking about… potatoes!
26 January 2020
Do you plan on growing your own potatoes? The potato year starts in January when seed is delivered and chitting starts, so now’s the time to get preppin’!
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2020 Vision: New Green Resolutions
25 December 2019
What’s your 2020 vision? Are you the kind of person to make New Year’s resolutions, and to actually stick to them?