Trees to plant

1 398

Trees already funded

0

CO2 sequestered

119 tC02eq over 30 years

Type of plantation

Hedgerows

Number of species

28

Area

0.4 hectares

Nouvelle-Aquitaine



Landscaping a medieval castle's gardens

Trees to plant

1 398

Trees already funded

0

CO2 sequestered

119 tC02eq over 30 years

Type of plantation

Hedgerows

Number of species

28

Area

...

Project leader

Farmer

Type of production

Mixed farming

Method of operation

Reasoned


Project description

In Charente-Maritime, an owner manages a 21-hectare estate surrounding a medieval castle open to the public. He is continuing the development of his property, which began last year, by adding various plantings to support biodiversity and enhance the landscape.

In addition to the trees already planted, the project includes planting the second half of a grove at the rear of the plot, with species resistant to ash dieback, an invasive disease threatening local ash trees. This area will serve as a refuge for beneficial wildlife, particularly pollinating insects. An apple orchard has also been planted, protected by a windbreak hedge that attracts natural pest controllers. The harvested apples will be turned into juice, consumed on-site, thus adding a local and sustainable dimension.

Furthermore, two plots have been redesigned for rotational grazing, and tree-lined paths have been created to provide a comfortable climate for visitors. The project will enhance the estate's ecological diversity with a selection of native species adapted to local conditions, aiming to create a rich and resilient ecosystem.

 


Planted species

Wild service tree
Single-seeded hawthorn
Silver birch
Alder buckthorn
Pedunculate oak
Holm oak
Service tree
Dogwood
Dog rose
Field maple
Spindle
Broom
Beech
Holly
Ivy
Wild cherry
Buckthorn
Hazel
Common pear
Wild apple
White willow
Goat willow
Purple willow
Rowan
Black elderberry
Large-leaved lime
Privet
Wayfaring tree

Impacts

Indicators of the environmental and agricultural benefits generated by the project (data from scientific and satellite analyses).

83 %

Potential biodiversity index

1.2t/an

Firewood from pruning

18

Pollination
(species of bees present)

119 tCO2eq

CO2 storage (over 30 years)

4.7 t/an

Forage for animals

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