It is possible – the new trees planted by Exmoor National Park at Bye Wood are being protected with biodegradable tree guards. Reducing the amount of single use plastic used in tree planting is critical to reducing microplastics and pollutants in our landscape and waterways. If you are looking at planting trees yourself this winter and want advice, read this highly informative booklet below by the Forest Plastics Working Group.
Reducing the use of plastic in woodland and amenity planting PDF
