Solihull residents and local groups are invited to apply for free trees as part of a scheme to promote the planting of traditional native trees in the borough. 

The Arden Free Tree scheme is run by Solihull Council in partnership with Birmingham Airport and is open to individuals or groups who would like to create hedgerows or small woodlands on their own land within Solihull. The deadline for applications is the end of August and successful applicants will receive their free trees in time for the planting season (December – February). 

The aim of the popular scheme is to protect and enhance the rural character of Solihull, restoring features typical of the wider local landscape while also reducing carbon in the atmosphere. Last year 4528 native trees across 15 projects were planted through the scheme.

Landowners in the borough who wish to plant new hedgerows and trees can apply by sending in a location map, sketched plan and list of species. A Solihull Council ecologist will then visit the site to discuss the plan in person. The scheme can cater for small scale planting right the way up to 1,000 trees.

For further details and to discuss the scheme please contact the Landscape Architecture, Ecology and Urban Design Team [email protected] or visit www.solihull.gov.uk