Tough trees and sturdy shrubs that can better resist climate change are being planted in a new arboretum at Daventry Country Park.
The species are better equipped to cope with heavy downpours, flooding, long, dry summers and strong winds than other varieties.
And local businesses are being urged to back the scheme by funding more planting at the arboretum, which will help educate individuals about the types of plants to have in their own gardens.
Councillor Catherine Boardman, Environmental Portfolio Holder with Daventry District Council, said: “We all need to start getting prepared for the challenges ahead. The rise in global temperatures is already having a knock-on effect to our local weather patterns.”
Although tree-planting is becoming synonymous with carbon offsetting for some companies looking to reduce their environmental impact, this new Trees for Change scheme aims to encourage firms that are already adopting energy efficiency improvements to do something positive for their local environment.
Trees highlighted as being particularly hardy include the horse chestnut, silver lime and English oak.
Alice Pearce, Environmental Coordinator with the district council, said: “With help from local businesses, it is hoped that the arboretum will be able to stand the test of time, as well as educating the public about suitable trees and shrubs to plant in their own gardens.
“And planting the trees themselves could be a good team-building activity for businesses joining in.”
If you are a local business wanting to take part, please contact Alice Pearce, on 01327 302253, by 7 March 2008. Planting will take place every Friday afternoon until March 14.
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