Nature Features

The Tree Warden Scheme in Guernsey is affiliated with the UK based scheme of the same name which aims to "engage with local people and get them actively involved with tree related projects" said Andy McCutcheon, the principal environment services officer for the States of Guernsey.

The gingko tree at Candie

The main scheme that had been focused on as of July 2009 was the identification of treasured trees where they hope to find trees of note and of worth with a history behind them.

The aim is to "identify, record and photograph" these trees "for posterity and future generations".

Candie Gardens feature some of Guernsey's more notable trees including the second tallest Canary Palm in the British Isles - the tallest of which is elsewhere in the island - and an almost 200 year old gingko or Maiden Hair tree which is the sixth largest in the British Isles.

The canary palm

These, along with a large beech tree in the gardens, are only a few examples of the many trees of note that exist in Guernsey, some of which were identified earlier in 2009 and are now protected.

If you want to get involved in the scheme or want to contact Andy about any historic trees you have come across he can be contacted on 717200 or andy.mccutchen@gov.gg