Our planting projects in South Portslade

Discover the street tree planting projects currently underway in South Portslade. Learn how we are enhancing our local environment and creating a greener future for everyone.

Frequently asked questions

How are street tree locations chosen?

Potential locations for a new street tree are submitted by local residents and then assessed by Brighton and Hove Council's Tree Officer and CPRE Sussex's Plant Your Postcode Manager.

If a location is assessed as viable we will consult with local residents and begin to fundraise.

What type of trees are you trying to plant?
  • Short/medium height trees with compact root balls
  • Trees that are native to Southern Europe that are able to cope with rising temperatures
  • Species that have higher pollution tolerance
  • Species such as Hornbeam, Flowering Cherry, Hawthorn

When will trees be planted?

The main tree planting season is from November to March - dependant on weather conditions.

Won't street trees damage pavements, as they have in other areas of Brighton and Hove?

Many of the trees that cause damage to pavements are larger species that were planted using older technology. We plan to plant smaller tree species with smaller root systems that are more appropriate for an urban environment.

Our trees will also be planted in a modern tree pit that has a root direction system, meaning that the trees roots will grow downwards. 

What happens if we raise the money for a tree and it dies? Will Brighton and Hove Council replace it at no extra cost?

The cost of the tree includes aftercare for 1 year to give the new tree the greatest chance of survival. If the tree does die within this time it will be replaced.

Why aren't Brighton and Hove Council paying for new street trees?

There is currently no funding available from Brighton and Hove Council for new street trees.

We hope to be able to raise funds through donations from local residents and businesses as well as apply for funding through schemes such as the "Better Brighton and Hove Fund" and the UK governments' Urban Tree Challenge Fund. 

Who will own the trees once planted?

Brighton and Hove Council

Who will be liable if the trees cause damage?

Brighton and Hove Council

Boundary Road

We are currently fundraising to plant 6 street trees on the western side of Boundary Road between Franklin Road and Kwik Fit.

 

Each tree will cost £3,000 which includes all civils work (site surveys, digging and installing a modern tree pit), the tree and one year of aftercare by Brighton and Hove Council, including the guarantee to replace a tree should it fail in the first year.  

Franklin Road

We are currently fundraising to plant 3 street trees on Franklin Road. One at the junction with Norway Street and two near the junction with Boundary Road.

 

Each tree will cost £3,000 which includes all civils work (site surveys, digging and installing a modern tree pit), the tree and one year of aftercare by Brighton and Hove Council, including the guarantee to replace a tree should it fail in the first year.