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Tree Planting
in Hampshire
Supply, planting and establishment care for trees in gardens, estates, development sites and public landscapes across Winchester and Hampshire — with honest species advice matched to your soil, site and goals.
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Tree Planting Done Right
Most trees planted in gardens fail not because they were bad trees, but because they were the wrong species for the site, planted at the wrong time, or given an insufficient establishment period. The biggest favour you can do a new tree is to match it correctly to your soil, aspect, available space and long-term management intentions — and then give it consistent watering through its first two summers.
We advise on species selection, supply trees from reputable nurseries, plant them correctly and guide you on aftercare. For larger schemes — estate planting, development site landscaping or orchard establishment — we can project-manage the whole process.
We generally recommend planting bare-root stock (available November to March) for most native trees and hedging, and container-grown stock for ornamental species or out-of-season planting where needed.
Recommended Native Species for Hampshire
Hampshire’s chalk, clay and greensand soils each suit different species. Here are some of our most frequently recommended choices — but we’ll advise on the right selection for your specific site.
English Oak (Quercus robur)
The signature native tree. Long-lived, supports more wildlife than almost any other British species. Needs space but irreplaceable for the long term.
Field Maple (Acer campestre)
Excellent chalk soil tree. Brilliant autumn colour. Works beautifully as a hedgerow tree or standalone in medium-sized gardens.
Wild Cherry (Prunus avium)
Spectacular spring blossom and good autumn colour. Fast-growing relative to other native species. Suits well-drained soils.
Silver Birch (Betula pendula)
Graceful, fast-establishing pioneer species. Excellent for poor, sandy or acid soils. Light canopy allows underplanting.
Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus)
Excellent for clay soils. Holds its dead leaves through winter (marcescence). Responds well to shaping and pleaching.
Rowan (Sorbus aucuparia)
Compact, garden-scale native tree. White spring blossom, brilliant autumn berries (red or orange depending on variety). Good on most soils.
Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna)
Outstanding wildlife value. Tough, drought-tolerant once established. Excellent hedgerow or boundary tree across all Hampshire soil types.
Crab Apple (Malus sylvestris)
Native to Hampshire’s hedgerows. Spring blossom, autumn fruit. Smaller and more garden-scale than oak or cherry.
What We Can Help With
From a single specimen to a new orchard or woodland edge, we advise, supply and plant.
Garden Tree Planting
Single specimen trees and small groups. We advise on species, mature size, soil suitability, distance from buildings and long-term management before planting.
Orchard Establishment
Apple, pear, plum and cherry orchards for Hampshire gardens and smallholdings. Rootstock selection matched to your soil, site and desired tree size. Pairs well with our fruit tree pruning service.
Hedgerow Planting
Native mixed hedgerow species for boundaries, wildlife corridors and field margins. Bare-root whips planted November–March at the best value and establishment rate.
Development Site Landscaping
Replacement and new planting as part of planning conditions. We work with developers and architects on planting schemes and can provide the tree establishment specification for planning submissions.
Estate & Parkland Planting
Larger-scale planting programmes for country estates, farms and public open space. Including deer and rabbit protection, staking specification and maintenance schedules.
Replacement After Removal
Where a tree has been removed — especially where a TPO was in place or a planning condition requires replacement — we advise on and carry out the replacement planting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Plant?
Tell us about your site — soil type, sun exposure, available space and what you’re hoping to achieve — and we’ll recommend the right species and plan the planting.
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