Giant Redwood Grove Planted in Rutland After Community Campaign
A new grove of giant redwood saplings has been planted in Rutland, England’s smallest county, following a community campaign lead by Jay Naylor to save historic redwoods threatened by a quarry expansion. After negotiations, quarry owner Heidelberg Materials collaborated with locals and volunteers to establish a new grove of 12 giant redwoods, along with other rare species, on land that will become accessible to the public. The planting, supported by King Charles III, aims to replace trees likely to be lost if the expansion proceeds and honours Victorian landowner Thomas Burroughes, who originally planted the area’s redwoods in the 1800s.
The trees were supplied by us.
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Dave Green
With a deep-rooted passion for nature and a decade-long journey nurturing redwood trees, Dave stands as a dedicated steward of these majestic giants. Over the past ten years, Dave has meticulously cultivated redwood trees, witnessing their growth from mere saplings to towering sentinels of the natural world. As a UK-based enthusiast, Dave has developed a profound understanding of the intricacies of redwood tree care, adaptation to local climates, and their unique appeal in British landscapes. Through Dave's expert insights and hands-on experience, readers are invited to explore the enchanting world of redwood trees and discover the wonders that these living monuments bring to our surroundings.
