TREE NURSERIES
FUTURE WOODLANDS
We manage two major tree nurseries at Broadley (near Diptford) and at Dartington.
We grow the bulk of our trees at these nurseries.
We create new native woodland by using trees grown in our own nurseries from seeds gathered in the local area.
Rather than buy commercial seedlings :
- it is biologically better to use the genetic make up of trees living locally. The growing trees are likely to be better adapted to the climatic and environmental conditions of the area.
- we can extend the growing process to produce older and robust seedlings.
- it enables local communities and individual volunteers to play a full part. We want to encourage a local connection with the woodlands we create so that both the landowner and local people can feel some relationship with the resulting woodland and landscape.
Our volunteers collect seed or cuttings in the late summer and autumn from local woodland and hedgerows which are then nurtured and germinated in seed trays and cold frames before planting out in special nursery beds.
The young trees are grown here for up to 3 years before they are ready to be lifted out and planted in our native woodland projects.
The whole process requires lots of effort from our staff and volunteers. The beds need regular weeding and watering in summer, digging over and renewing in winter. The work can be hard but is rewarding and enjoyable, amply fuelled by tea and cake.
Volunteers are always welcome to join our friendly teams.
Location & Directions
Broadley
Broadley Farm, Diptford
Grid reference: SX 727 553.
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Broadley Farm is one mile south of Diptford village which is best approached from Avonwick or Shorter Cross on the South Brent to Totnes (Old Plymouth) Road.
In the centre of Diptford drive downhill on the lane off the main route through the village between the Old Bakehouse, now a private cottage, on your left and what passes for a village ‘green’ on your right. A blue sign says ‘unsuitable for heavy lorries’. This is a long lane and over a mile down it you will pass cottages with bright green paintwork on the left and then you will reach a T junction with a sign to Broadley on the gate opposite.
Turn left then quickly next right up a short hill and the nursery is on the left at the brow of the hill.
There is parking on site.
The closest post code is Broadley Farm, Diptford TQ9 7NJ
Dartington
Barracks Hill, Dartington
Grid reference: SX 791 614.
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The A384 from Buckfastleigh and the A385 from Totnes to Plymouth meet at a roundabout in Dartington village. From here take the small road up the hill through the houses and at the top of the hill cross over a mini-roundabout onto Barracks Hill.
On your right are bungalows and a row of garden sheds. Further down on the right, the site gate is set in a high hedge just before houses on the left.
You can park by this gate and enter the site.
Turn right and walk along the back of the hedge to find our nursery site.
The closest postcode is Barracks Hill TQ9 6DQ
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