Stories
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War and peace through the internet of trees
19 February 2019
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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Exciting developments for Edible Playgrounds
15 February 2019
We're looking back at a fruitful time for our Edible Playgrounds programme, and what exciting things lay ahead - all across the UK!
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Meet Rachel - Our Edinburgh Marathon Champion
31 January 2019
This May, Rachel will be taking on the challenge of a lifetime and run the Edinburgh Marathon in aid of our charity. We decided to get to know her a bit better.
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Who won our green fingered film competition?
29 January 2019
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.
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Crown shyness
12 January 2019
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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On Sheffield City Council’s new approach to managing the city’s street trees
17 December 2018
Trees for Cities' and Woodland Trust's statement on Sheffield City Council’s new approach to managing the city’s street trees.
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New years resolutions that'll make a difference
14 December 2018
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
12 December 2018
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
11 December 2018
We present three easy recipes – packed with winter crops – that will help see you through the colder months.
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London’s largest ever planting event
5 December 2018
On 1-2 December, the Mayor of London and Trees for Cities brought hundreds of Londoners together to plant thousands of trees, making the capital greener, healthier and wilder.
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The life of a Christmas tree
30 November 2018
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
23 November 2018
Curious about composting? Our Edible Playgrounds team can teach you a trick or two.