Planting a tree is one of the great joys of life. But with climate change foremost in our minds, it has never been more important to choose carefully. By planting the right tree in the right place, you're helping to ensure that the trees in your yard will be resilient for years to come.
The environmental benefits of planting trees are widely known. Trees act as carbon sinks, soaking up carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and converting it into oxygen and energy via photosynthesis. Broadleaved species such as oak, beech and maple are some of the best trees to plant for climate change because their leaves have a larger surface area, which boosts photosynthesis levels.
