Treeapp plants native trees across 100+ UK sites, with regular updates and photos from the ground to show each sites process.

Many UK businesses are looking for ways to make a positive impact closer to home, while global tree planting projects remain vital for restoring nature around the world. This blog explores the benefits of UK tree planting, how Treeapp selects and monitors its UK sites, and how your business can get involved.

Why should a business plant trees in the UK?

Woodland covers only around 14% of the UK’s land area, well below the European average of roughly 39% to 40%. Much of the UK’s existing woodland is also fragmented, making it harder for native wildlife to move between habitats and thrive.

The climate is well suited to tree growth, so the opportunity is real. Planting in the UK helps to:

- Rebuild habitat and connect fragmented woodland

- Support wildlife such as the European badger and bird species such as the Lapwing, Grey Partridge, Tree Sparrow, and Yellow Wagtail

- Trees hold soil in place to prevent erosion, absorb air pollutants and help manage rainfall by improving water absorption and reducing surface runoff.

- Give local communities and employees something tangible to see and visit, while supporting wellbeing through greater access to nature

For businesses, UK planting also offers a tangible way to demonstrate CSR and ESG commitments, with local projects that employees and customers can connect with.

Where does Treeapp plant in the UK?

Treeapp plants across 100+ sites in the UK, from the leafy woodlands of England to the wider ecosystems of the Highlands. Each project aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and every site is chosen for a specific ecological need.

Our UK tree planting sites span regions across the country, including Kent, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Norfolk, Bristol, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, with many more locations available. Wherever your business is based, we can help you find a planting site nearby.

We plant on:

- Degraded agricultural land, restoring habitats and soil health

- Former landfill sites, giving previously used land a new life by creating space for nature to thrive

- Community-owned land, including farms, schools, outdoor learning spaces and charity grounds, where planting benefits both nature and local communities.

What tree species does Treeapp plant in the UK?

Our forestry experts tailor the species mix to each site, considering soil conditions, local flora and fauna, and opportunities to enhance biodiversity. Examples of native species we plant include Crab Apple, English Oak and Hawthorn, sourced from Plant Healthy-accredited nurseries. These trees are suited to local conditions and help support the surrounding ecosystem and wildlife.

How does Treeapp monitor UK sites?

Planting is only the start. We continue monitoring sites after planting, receiving visual and written updates on tree health and growth. Businesses can see how their site develops over time through site updates, photos and their impact dashboard.

What does a planting with Treeapp look like?

Treeapp’s UK planting gives businesses the flexibility to choose sites that align with their goals, from supporting wildlife to strengthening local communities. Here are three examples:

- Beaverbrooks (Norfolk): plants trees just 9 miles from its office, so its trees are close to the people who work there and the community around them.

- Markerstudy (Tunbridge Wells): has multiple sites near its office as part of an ongoing pledge to support local communities.

- Ramsdens (Lincolnshire): is bringing a Lincolnshire campsite to life with native shrubs, creating a hedgerow that will feed and shelter local wildlife for years to come.

We help each business choose a UK site that fits its goals.

Ready to plant in the UK?

Treeapp plants native species across 100+ UK sites and continues to monitor the trees after planting. You can plant through UK planting or build your own private forest. If you have a location in mind, we can help find a site to match. To get started, get in touch with the Treeapp team.