Tapping into the therapeutic benefits of forest bathing
Did you know that high stress levels can compromise your immune system? By reducing these levels, your body’s natural defence system is able to work its magic. Trees release oils… Read More »Tapping into the therapeutic benefits of forest bathing
Using trees to scrub toxic particles from the air
A recent study found that certain trees remove particles from the air. Birch, the best-performing tree, removed 79 percent of ultrafine particles from the air, while yew and elder each… Read More »Using trees to scrub toxic particles from the air
Do trees talk to each other?
In his book, The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel, How They Communicate, German forester and author Peter Wohlleben describes how forest trees have evolved to live in cooperative,… Read More »Do trees talk to each other?
Trees can make you happier and safer
Research suggests that being around trees is good for our mental and social well-being. Being in close relationship to trees can improve our health, lower the risk of cardiovascular disease,… Read More »Trees can make you happier and safer
New Tree Planting
Fall is quickly approaching and this is the best time to plant trees! Given that you may wish to plant trees during this time here are some guidelines to think… Read More »New Tree Planting