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Seasonal Interest : Enjoy dramatic spring blossom  followed by autumn foliage  in fiery tones. Not all flowering trees deliver this level of multi-season interest in such a neat form. Bonus:  Graceful arching branches and extended bloom season ‘Hally Jolivette’ bridges the gap between winter

Shelter for livestock A dense hedge gives wind protection  in winter and shade  in summer. and BN11, you are expected to: Check hedges in summer Mark missing plants Replace failures the next winter guards and fencing where required Keep weeds down and water in dry spells Replace any failures the next winter With the right planning and a bit of winter work, you can create hedges that protect your stock, support

commonly known as rowan or mountain ash—offer stunning seasonal colour, wildlife benefits, and year-round interest compact variety perfect for small gardens Advantages of yellow rowans : Berries persist longer into winter

Magnolias thrive in the UK climate and offer early-season colour, structure, and even wildlife interest Their early flowers provide valuable nectar for pollinators emerging from winter, and mature trees offer

Maintaining the right indoor humidity level can be a challenge, especially in dry climates or during winter

Like laying, it’s done in winter dormancy (Oct–Mar). Native Low-Density  is an interesting one: only 400–500 trees/ha (more sparse, wood-pasture style). Notably, these agroforestry grants were boosted by 50% in 2023, reflecting the interest in mixing trees It runs via an Expression of Interest (EOI) system – farmers apply during an EOI window, then if selected and planning:  To get a Woodland Creation Grant in Wales, you typically first submit an Expression of Interest

Hornbeam ( Carpinus betulus ):  Handles heavy clay and wet winters. Field Maple ( Acer campestre ):  Adds autumn interest and copes with dry conditions. Amelanchier ( Amelanchier canadensis ):  Multi-season interest in tight spaces.

Defoliators:  Oaks ( Quercus robur ) suffer from caterpillars like winter moths, while fruit trees (Malus

shelterbelts that stabilize microclimates for livestock, reducing heat stress in summer and wind chill in winter

weeping Malus 'Royal Beauty' - it's an ideal solution for a focal point in a small garden with year-round interest They appear in late summer to early autumn, providing yet more seasonal interest to these pretty trees buds with emerging pink-white flowers, followed by large bright red fruits that last long into the winter

Sorbus ‘Joseph Rock’ – Most rowan trees are a great bet for autumn interest in the garden; this particularly will provide a structural boundary, often we require something a little softer, higher, or with more interest Salix alba Britenzis – Although a deciduous tree, this Scarlet Willow provides ample interest and distraction in winter with its brightly coloured stems.

. ✔ Water well (especially in dry spells) Even winter-planted hedges benefit from watering during dry