Where common misunderstandings about green issues are put right.
We're here to debunk some myths about trees, plants, roots and anything in between. We'd love to hear from you if you have a good idea for a subject for this page - call us on 0845 643 1161 or email [email protected]
Ivy is not a parasite and it can provide significant ecological benefits. We look at the facts about this prolific climber.
There is no easy answer to this common question. However evidence-based risk assessment can provide balanced advice, helping to avoid both potential danger and unnecessary felling.
How trees and vegetation affect the built environment depends on many factors.
Think all oaks are protected? Perhaps you see sycamores and even ash as nothing more than weeds. We think it's time to speak up for under-valued trees and argue against species prejudice.
Protecting trees on a development site requires understanding and collaboration - and a shift in attitude.
Well actually, it does. Over zealous cuts can at best look ugly and at worst can damage a tree and put it at risk.
Ancient and veteran trees are more than logs in waiting. They are precious ecosystems, supporting a delicate balance of flora and fauna and should be treated accordingly.
Although many ecologists still argue for going native, climate change is forcing us to think differently about how we can build a resilient, large-canopy tree stock.
