Tree planting

With regards to tree planting we take a somewhat unconventional approach. Typically within forestry, particularly with large scale forestry operations, trees tend to be planted as monocultures and based on maximum yields. I.e what can grow the fastest given the conditions available. This is not only incredibly poor from a diverse habitat standpoint but also lacks foresight as to what is happening due to climate change. 

Along with the fact that we aim to maintain canopy cover, we also take the opportunity to plant species that may cope better with the challenges of climate change. This varied replanting and natural regeneration provide a richer diversity of species and potential habitat for wildlife and thriving ecosystems. The predominantly larch woodland below has been thinned which has facilitated natural regeneration of broadleaf trees but in the foreground other non native species like Metasequoia Glyptostroboides have been planted because of their drought resistant potential