What happened to the Sycamore Gap tree?

The much-loved Sycamore Gap tree was illegally cut down in September 2023, over two years ago.

What is the National Trust doing with saplings from the Sycamore Gap tree?

The National Trust has cultivated 49 saplings from the Sycamore Gap tree to continue its legacy and has planted them across the United Kingdom.

Why was a Sycamore Gap sapling planted in Newton Heath, Manchester?

The sapling was planted in Newton Heath to celebrate the resident-founded nature group Easy Come, Easy Grow for their community and environmental work.

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Sycamore Gap Sapling Blooms in Manchester

6 Mar

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Summary

Sapling from felled Sycamore Gap tree planted in Manchester.
National Trust grew 49 saplings to continue the tree's legacy.
Planting celebrates Newton Heath residents improving their community.

Sycamore Gap Sapling Blooms in Manchester

More than two years after the Sycamore Gap tree was illegally felled, a sapling cultivated from it has been planted in Manchester. The National Trust grew 49 saplings from the historic tree, which stood for nearly 200 years near Hadrian's Wall, to carry on its legacy. One of these saplings was planted in Newton Heath to celebrate the local resident-founded nature group, Easy Come, Easy Grow (ECEG).

This initiative aims to create something positive from the public's devastation at the tree's felling. ECEG was chosen for their work in improving nature and community through gardening and environmental education. The sapling is expected to serve as a living landmark, reminding people of community spirit and the positive actions being taken in Newton Heath, fostering unity and improving green spaces.

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