More than 80 trees of differing species are being planted across Exeter over the coming weeks, underpinning the City Council’s commitment to the environment.
The first of the trees were this week planted in Prince Charles Road. The plantings come ahead of National Tree Week, which runs from 22 to 30 November.
Cllr Ruth Williams, Lead Councillor for City Management, was able to help plant one of the 20 trees that went in on the grassy area between the allotments and the main road.
The trees at Prince Charles Road are crab apple (Malus Rudolph) and Japanese cherries (Prunus Shirofugen).
These trees will bring aesthetic benefits to those travelling up the busy road, footpath and cycleway, as well as those living in the houses opposite.
The flowering trees will also provide pollen and nectar collecting opportunities for pollinating insects in the area and bring benefits to the nearby allotments. The planting of these trees will sequester up to 40 tonnes of carbon over their lifetimes.
Cllr Williams said: “It was great to get out planting and I can’t wait to see these trees in blossom.
“In Exeter we are committed to planting trees and greening up the city. We have so many beautiful green spaces and parks which benefit the environment as well as the lives of those that live here and visit the city.”
A similar scheme is being planted at Hamlin playing fields with 16 various fruiting trees along the access track to the allotments. The City Council hopes the fruit will be harvested and enjoyed by members of public for years to come.
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