Tree planting and aftercare

By the end of the course, delegates will:

Understand the importance of trees in the broader environment; Be familiar with the essential physiological function of trees and factors affecting their growth; Understand the reasons for planting trees, various planting techniques and the right time to grow; Be aware of the importance of site preparation, using the right equipment, tree handling and storage; Understand how to protect newly planted trees against potential pests; Understand the importance of aftercare for freshly planted trees and the various techniques for doing so; Understand the requirement to have the correct certification to undertake specific tasks, such as chemical spraying; Understand the importance of biosecurity when working with trees.

All learners will explore and understand:

the importance of trees in the wider environment

the essential physiological function of trees and factors affecting their growth

the reasons for planting trees, various planting techniques and the right time to plant

the importance of site preparation - using the right equipment, tree handling and storage

how to protect newly planted trees against potential pests

the importance of aftercare for freshly planted trees and techniques

the correct certification to undertake specific tasks, such as chemical spraying

the importance of biosecurity when working with trees.

Please note that the cost on Eventbrite here includes VAT, which is £120 without VAT.

How will you benefit?

Improve skill levels and environmental performance within your organisation or as an individual; Engage and motivate you or your team by enhancing their environmental knowledge.

What will you receive?

Upon completion of this Tree Planting & Aftercare Course, all delegates will be issued a workbook and certificate of attendance.

In the first part of the day, we will explore the importance of trees and the different settings in which they are planted and managed. This will include understanding methods to plant that ensure successful establishment.
The second part of the day will be a practical session. Following a safety induction, all learners will be able to put into practice what they have learnt in the morning.

The instructor

Your trainers are highly experienced forestry and woodland management professionals from Maydencroft Ltd.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Panshanger Park, Thieves Lane, Hertford, United Kingdom