Filbert nut shrub tree

ACAN is delighted to be partnering with PeCAN (Petersfield Climate Action Network) once again for their A Fruit Tree In Every Garden project (with collection in Alton on 22nd February). PeCAN have been able to raise funds to plant another 700 fruit and nut trees this season.

Each fruit tree costs just £12.50 and comes with a stake and instructions on how to plant. These trees usually cost between £25 – £35 but thanks to our partners you can buy them at a heavily subsidised price.

Orders are now open!
Here is the website link for ordering https://petersfieldcan.org/projects/trees/order-your-fruit-trees
There is a limited stock of each variety – types available this year include apple, pear, plum, greengages, cherries, apricots and Filberts (similar to Hazelnuts and Cobnuts, with purple leaves over the spring/summer and pink catkins over the winter.)

Collections take place across the district at pick up points in Alton, Liphook, Petersfield and Rowlands Castle on Saturday 22nd February. Please select your preferred pick-up point when you place your order. Orders are open until Thursday 6th February, or until stocks last.

Why are trees so important?
Trees are a beneficial addition to most gardens, but in residential areas they are very important, helping with climate regulation and air filtration, and providing valuable habitats for wildlife. Trees, shrubs and hedges provide nesting places and materials, food sources and cover for a great variety of creatures. With almost half of Britain’s ancient woodland having been destroyed in the last 50 years, the need for these habitats is greater than ever, and you can help by planting a tree in your garden.

This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund via the East Hampshire District Council Grow Up! Community Fund.