Redwood trees have been planted in Red House Park, in Great Barr – and now borough residents are being encouraged to get involved elsewhere and make Sandwell greener and leafier.
Nature lovers in Sandwell are being urged to think green and nominate potential locations where they would like to see as sites for future tree planting.
The local authority is asking borough folk to get involved and engaged in an ambitious project to plant more than 1,000 trees in 2024/25.
Sandwell Council has a challenging target to plant 1,400 trees in that short period and it has already planted more than 400 trees in various locations, including Kendrick Park and Red House Park in Great Barr.
The number of trees will be “sharply increased” says the local authority as it is the best time to plant out.
It is hoped the scheme will add greenery to local communities, will help towards the Council’s climate change targets and create new habitats for wildlife.
A dozen redwood trees have already been planted in Red House Park and, under the project, Kendrick Park saw a woodland mix of 220 Rowan, oak, and hawthorn tree being planted out.
Councillor Keith Allcock, Sandwell Council’s Cabinet Member for Environment and Transport, praised the green drive.
He commented: “We are determined to create a leafier, more attractive borough and we want to hear from you.
“If you know of a location that you think would benefit from having trees planted then get in touch.”
The local authority says all residents’ proposals and ideas will be investigated, although may not be chosen if the location is “deemed” unsuitable.
Local residents can get involved in the consultation by logging on to tree_planting@sandwell.co.uk