Street trees for Sandhurst Road

We need your help to green Catford and plant more street trees. We're raising funds to plant trees along Sandhurst Road between Muirkirk Road and Torridon Road.

How much do they cost?

Each tree costs £395 and we're hoping to plant 6 along Sandhurst Road. We've already raised funds for 1 tree but we'd love to plant more!

What is the process for planting a tree?

Trees are surveyed by the Council Tree Officer in early spring, sites and tree species selection are finalised in May after donations have been collected. The trees are ordered over the summer from reputable nurseries in time for pit digging, and planted from October till the end of March the following year.

Who cares for the tree once it's planted?

Local residents volunteer to care for a tree, watering it each week between March - October

Why plant street trees?

Street trees offer a reminder of nature among the hard edges and surfaces of the city. They help to keep air fresh and clean and shield us from the noise and nuisance of traffic.

They also provide biodiversity and wildlife, shading and temperature regulation, reduce the risk of flooding and air pollution, and as a part of the world’s tree population, reduce global warming.

Studies show they have a beneficial effect on mental health, work-productivity and business profits, and lower the levels of traffic speeding, road rage and crime. We are still discovering ways in which our mental and physical well-being is connected with trees.

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What happens to the money if we don't raise enough for 6 trees?

We'll purchase as many trees as we can, and any remaining funds will be spent on mulch and smaller accompanying plants.

Who are we?

We are the Safer Sandhurst and Sangley group. We're local residents who have clubbed together to try and improve our local area. We are addressing issues like speeding, pavement accessibility and greening the area.