About Trees
All about Trees
Crann is Irish for ‘tree’. And it’s all about the trees.
Here we have a database on trees found in Ireland, plus lots of other useful information for the tree lover out there.
legislation
A brief overview of the legislation about tree-felling in Ireland with links to other useful websites
Tree planting tips
Over 500 species of trees grow happily in Ireland. Picking the right one isn’t easy, so take time to choose the right tree for the right place and purpose.
Why it’s important to plant trees and hedgerows
A list of some of the many, many reasons why trees, woodland and hedgerows are important in the Irish landscape.
Grants for Tree-planting
There are many generous grants available for planting trees. As little as a quarter of an acre can be planted and fully grant-aided. These schemes are continually altered and updated.
There are many generous grants available for planting trees. As little as a quarter of an acre can be planted and fully grant aided. These schemes are being continually altered and updated.
For further information, please contact one of the organisations below.
Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine
Head Office:
Agriculture House, Kildare Street, Dublin 2, DO2 WK12
Tel: 01 607 2000 Email: info@agriculture.gov.ie
Wexford Office:
Johnstown Castle Estate, Co Wexford, Y35 PN52
Tel: 053 916 3400.
Website: agriculture.gov.ie
Teagasc
Head Office: Oak Park, Carlow, R93 XE12
Tel: 059 917 0200
Website: teagasc.ie/crops/forestry/