Subsidised tree scheme

Without care many newly planted trees will die in their early years after planting. Read the Tree Council's 8 tree care tips for young trees for more information.

Protection for your trees

It's important to consider protecting your newly planted trees.

We are offering biodegradable spiral guards with a bamboo cane as protection for the trees.

The spiral guards are 60cm x 3.8cm. They cost 54p for one of each. You can buy them for some or all of the trees you buy through this scheme.

You can use these for all our packs, except orchard packs and our single trees (which will come with tree protection).

If you live in an area which has a lot of deer or hare, you might want to consider a taller guard. You can buy these from retailers.

Planting guidance

The following websites have planting guidance:

• Forestry Commission's urban tree planting manual
• Woodland Trust's guide on how to plant a tree - contains images and videos to help you with your tree planting
• Tree Council's planting guidance