We are delighted to have joined forces with The International Tree Foundation to Launch Plantober. Plantober is a month-long campaign encouraging people of all ages to plant and grow native tree seeds through October for future generations to enjoy and to help meet the UK’s net zero goals.

Theo Michaels, Jenny Tschiesche, Julia Parker, Jason Gibb, Thomasina Miers & Sam Williams, Just a few of the big names supporting #Plantober in 2023.

How Does It Work?

A blank, mostly white page with some scattered small black dots and marks.

Diagram showing how to start composting with a handful of compost, one tree seed, a pencil or skewer, netting, and a carton container.

Illustration of five tree seeds, including hazelnut, conker, chestnut, acorn, walnut, and beech seeds, with accompanying informational text about selecting healthy seeds for planting.

Instruction for finding a paper carton, with an illustration of a carton and lemon slices, emphasizing using milk, juice, ice cream, or soup inside.

Diagram of a rectangular compost bin with orange lines indicating the placement of drainage holes on the bottom. The text instructs to add 6-8 drainage holes using a skewer or pencil, with a note to ask an adult for help if needed.

A step-by-step guide on how to add compost to a cardboard container with a graphic of oranges on the side. A hand is shown placing soil or compost into the top of the container.

A diagram of a carton cover with netting to prevent animals from stealing seeds, with illustrations of sliced lemons or onions on the side.

An illustration of a potted plant with a seedling and instructions to pop the carton outside. The number 6 is displayed, and the text explains that tree seeds need frost to germinate, and watering can help seedlings grow in spring.

If you would like leaflets for your school or community please click here and we will get them sent out to you so can get more people involved in Plantober.

“Tree seeds are everywhere. Once you get your eye in you’ll start to notice them all around you, on the ground under your feet and above you in the branches”

Sam & Lucy at The International Tree Foundation explain how you can easily join in with #Plantober using everyday household items.

“Before picking your seed, give it a quick check to make sure there are no holes or visible signs of mould. Or you can do the float test, which helps you work out seeds have a better chance of germinating”]]

Lucy at The International Tree Foundation walks through using ‘The Float Test’ to find the perfect seed for planting.

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