Britain's trees are now shedding giant branches to survive heatwaves, and scientists warn that up to half of Kew's trees could be vulnerable by 2090

British summers are often associated with greenery and the shade of mature trees. These trees stood the test of time for many centuries, surviving through the changing seasons to create an atmosphere suitable for a relaxing walk in the park or a trip out into the countryside. Climate change is affecting the behaviour of these trees in unexpected ways. On warm, still days, large branches can snap and fall from apparently sturdy trees.

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