Cambridgeshire based plant care specialists Bayer Garden donated 27 fruit trees to Silks Farm Nursery in Somersham as part of its participation in the United Nations Environment Programme’s “Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign”. The apple, plum, cherry and pear trees were planted in the nursery’s grounds by Nigel Swaby, Managing Director of Silks Farm Nursery, and a team from Bayer Garden. The “Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign” is a global initiative that encourages individuals, communities, businesses and organizations to enter tree planting pledges online with the objective of planting at least one billion trees worldwide each year. Each pledge can be anything from a single tree to several million trees. Nigel said: “We’re delighted Bayer Garden chose to involve us in their campaign. The trees look wonderful and I’m looking forward to seeing them mature and can’t wait to sample the fruit!” Mark Allen, National Account Manager for Bayer Garden, added: “I believe we have a corporate and personal responsibility to look after the environment so I’m delighted to be taking part in the campaign. My daughter attends Silks Farm Nursery and I’m thrilled she will be able to watch the trees grow and I hope others will be able to enjoy the produce for many years to come.”

Plant care specialists Bayer Garden donated 14 trees to Wishaw Academy Primary and St Ignatius’ Primary Joint Campus in Loch Park as part of its participation in the United Nations Environment Programme’s “Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign”. The trees were planted at the entrance of the new school by Gordon Shute and Chris Cowan from Sandyholm Garden Centre with help from Iain Mackenzie, Territory Manager for Bayer Garden, and Head Teacher Kay Barr. The “Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign” is a global initiative that encourages individuals, communities, businesses and organizations to enter tree planting pledges online with the objective of planting at least one billion trees worldwide each year. Each pledge can be anything from a single tree to several million trees. Kay said: “We’re delighted Bayer Garden chose to involve us in their campaign. The trees look wonderful and I’m looking forward to seeing them mature.” Iain added: “I believe we have a corporate and personal responsibility to look after the environment so I’m delighted to be taking part in the campaign. My son, Ross, attends Wishaw Academy and I’m thrilled he will be able to watch the trees grow and I hope others will be able to enjoy them for many years to come.”

Plant care specialists Bayer Garden donated two fruit trees to Caring Kindergartens in Wellingborough as part of its participation in the United Nations Environment Programme’s “Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign”. The apple and pear trees were planted in the nursery’s grounds by Bob Major from Podington Garden Centre, with a little help from Cheryl Wilkins and Ian Overson from Bayer Garden as well as Libby and Adam who attend Caring Kindergartens. Podington Garden Centre’s mascot, Digby the Gnome, also turned up to lend a hand! The “Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign” is a global initiative that encourages individuals, communities, businesses and organizations to enter tree planting pledges online with the objective of planting at least one billion trees worldwide each year. Each pledge can be anything from a single tree to several million trees. Manager of Caring Kindergartens in Wellingborough, Lesley Newman, said: “We’re delighted Bayer Garden chose to involve us in their campaign.

The trees look wonderful and I’m looking forward to seeing them mature and can’t wait to sample the fruit!” Cheryl added: “I believe we have a corporate and personal responsibility to look after the environment so I’m delighted to be taking part in the campaign. My daughter Libby attends Caring Kindergartens and I’m thrilled she will be able to watch the trees grow and I hope others will be able to enjoy the produce for many years to come.”

Monday 21 April at 1pm Crawley Green Infant School, Beaconsfield, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 0RW Children from Crawley Green Infant School will be planting trees in the school grounds as part of the United Nations Environment Programme’s “Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign”. The trees have been donated by garden care specialists Bayer Garden, who have committed to the campaign, and a member of their team will be donning their wellies and giving the little ones a helping hand. Jane Lawler, Head of Marketing at Bayer Garden, said: “I believe we have a corporate and personal responsibility to look after the environment so I’m delighted to be taking part in the campaign and thrilled we’re able to donate trees to Crawley Green Infant School.”

For more information see the Crawley Green Infant School website

Plant care specialists Bayer Garden donated six trees to Larkman Primary School in Norwich as part of its participation in the United Nations Environment Programme’s “Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign”. The ornamental trees were planted in the school’s wildlife area by Tim Gee from Mousehold Garden Centre, who was assisted by a team of pupils and Head Teacher Martin Neave. The “Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign” is a global initiative that encourages individuals, communities, businesses and organizations to enter tree planting pledges online with the objective of planting at least one billion trees worldwide each year. Each pledge can be anything from a single tree to several million trees. Martin Neave said: “We’re delighted Bayer Garden chose to involve us in their campaign. The trees look wonderful and we’re all looking forward to seeing them mature over the years.” Cheryl Wilkins from Bayer Garden added: “I believe we have a corporate and personal responsibility to look after the environment so I’m delighted to be taking part in the campaign. I’m thrilled both the pupils and the staff will be able to watch the trees grow and I hope others will be able to enjoy them for many years to come.”

Plant care specialists Bayer Garden donated three trees to Langford Lower School in Biggleswade as part of its participation in the United Nations Environment Programme’s “Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign”. The three native British trees were planted in the school’s grounds by Keith Hitchinson from Langford Garden Centre, who was assisted by a team of pupils and Cheryl Wilkins from Bayer Garden.

The “Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign” is a global initiative that encourages individuals, communities, businesses and organizations to enter tree planting pledges online with the objective of planting at least one billion trees worldwide each year. Each pledge can be anything from a single tree to several million trees. Cheryl said: “I believe we have a corporate and personal responsibility to look after the environment so I’m delighted to be taking part in the campaign. I’m thrilled both the pupils and the staff will be able to watch the trees grow and I hope others will be able to enjoy them for many years to come.”

Plant care specialists Bayer Garden donated 26 willow trees to Tenby Junior School as part of its participation in the United Nations Environment Programme’s “Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign”. Half the trees have been used to make a wall around the secret garden and the other half will be entwined to make an archway to the wooden hut style classroom. The trees were planted in the school’s grounds by a team of 20 pupils who were assisted by their parents as well as Lowri Walker and Scott Williams from Bayer Garden. The “Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign” is a global initiative that encourages individuals, communities, businesses and organizations to enter tree planting pledges online with the objective of planting at least one billion trees worldwide each year.

Each pledge can be anything from a single tree to several million trees. Lowri explained why she chose to donate the trees to Tenby Junior School: “The school dedicates a lot of time and effort to working with the environment and already has an eco garden, nature garden and a secret outdoor classroom, so I knew that any trees we donated to them would be in safe hands.” Tom Cox, a teacher from Tenby Junior School said: “The children and I are delighted Bayer Garden chose to involve us in their campaign.

The trees look wonderful and we’re all looking forward to seeing them mature over the years.” Lowri added: “I believe we have a corporate and personal responsibility to look after the environment so I’m delighted to be taking part in the campaign. I’m thrilled both the pupils and the staff will be able to watch the trees grow and I hope others will be able to enjoy them for many years to come.” Special thanks go to Carl and Jan Wainwright from Manorbier Garden Centre, who supplied the trees, the Tenby Inner Wheel Ladies, who provided refreshments for the workers, Keith Walker from Tenby Rugby Club, who came down to lend a hand, and Councillor Michael Evans who has been instrumental in the initiation of the event.

Plant care specialists Bayer Garden donated 17 fruit trees to St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School in Guildford as part of its participation in the United Nations Environment Programme's "Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign".

The trees, which will form two orchards in the school grounds, were planted by a group of pupils, with a little help from Neil McCullough from Bayer Garden.

The "Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign" is a global initiative that encourages individuals, communities, businesses and organisations to enter tree planting pledges online with the objective of planting at least one billion trees worldwide each year. Each pledge can be anything from a single tree to several million trees.

Steve Phillips, head teacher at St. Joseph's, said: "We're delighted Bayer Garden chose to involve us in their campaign. The trees look wonderful and I'm looking forward to seeing them mature!"

Neil added: "I believe we have a corporate and personal responsibility to look after the environment so I'm delighted to be taking part in the campaign. My grandson Guy attends St. Joseph’s so I'm thrilled he will be able to watch the trees grow and I hope others will be able to enjoy them for many years to come."

Special thanks go to Longacres Nursery in Bagshot who supplied the trees.

Plant care specialists Bayer Garden donated 16 trees to West Park School in Spondon as part of its participation in the United Nations Environment Programme's "Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign".

The trees, which will form a walkway at the side of the conservation area in the school grounds, were planted by a group of pupils, with a little help from Ruth Moss from Bayer Garden.

The "Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign" is a global initiative that encourages individuals, communities, businesses and organizations to enter tree planting pledges online with the objective of planting at least one billion trees worldwide each year. Each pledge can be anything from a single tree to several million trees.

Brian Walker, head teacher at West Park School, said: "We're delighted Bayer Garden chose to involve us in their campaign. The trees look wonderful and I'm looking forward to seeing them mature!"

Ruth added: "I believe we have a corporate and personal responsibility to look after the environment so I'm delighted to be taking part in the campaign. My son Jake will be attending West Park School in September so I'm thrilled he will be able to watch the trees grow and I hope others will be able to enjoy them for many years to come."

Special thanks go to Trevor Taylor from Derby Garden Centre in Little Eaton who supplied the trees.

Plant care specialists Bayer Garden donated 16 trees to Maguiresbridge Controlled Primary School and Enniskillen Model Primary School in County Fermanagh as part of its participation in the United Nations Environment Programme’s "Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign". Enniskillen Model Primary School chose Hazel, Wild Cherry and Silver Birch trees while Maguiresbridge Controlled Primary School chose Cabbage Palms and a Young’s Weeping Birch. The trees were planted by pupils, with a little help from Ken Wilding from Bayer Garden. The "Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign" is a global initiative that encourages individuals, communities, businesses and organisations to enter tree planting pledges online with the objective of planting at least one billion trees worldwide each year. Each pledge can be anything from a single tree to several million trees. Winston Glass, Principal of Enniskillen Model Primary School, said: "We’re delighted Bayer Garden chose to involve us in their campaign. The trees look wonderful and I’m looking forward to seeing them mature!" Honor Irvine, Principal of Maguiresbridge Controlled Primary School, added: "The trees look great! It was a really good experience for the children to get involved directly with the planting of the trees." Ken Wilding said: "I believe we have a corporate and personal responsibility to look after the environment so I’m delighted to be taking part in the campaign. It’s a really good idea to get these young people interested in nature early on in their lives." Special thanks go to Ashwood Garden Centre in Enniskillen who supplied the trees.