Welcome to our Tiny Forest
Highpark Cross Tiny Forest was planted on 9th November 2022, in partnership with the Housing Executive, supported by the Queen's Green Canopy. The Tiny Forest was planted by children from Black Mountain Primary School, and was opened by the Lord Lieutenant for Belfast.
Be a Science Superhero
To access all our surveys and instructions on how to take part for this Tiny Forest, click the link to the left or scan the QR code with your mobile (each QR is unique to each forest). Find out more about Tiny Forest research
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Help Needed: Become a Tree Keeper
Want to care for nature, connect with your community, and expand your skills? Support this Tiny Forest by becoming a volunteer Tree Keeper! Get involved in:
- Maintenance (weeding and litter picking in this Tiny Forest)
- Community Engagement (inspire local people to join in)
- Science (counting butterflies, measuring trees, and more!)
You decide the activities and how often to do them, either on your own or with fellow Tree Keepers. Earthwatch is here to support you every step of the way! Once you complete the signup form, you will be added to our regular communications with all the latest on Tiny Forests and how you can help. What are you waiting for...
Planting Information
Planted
By:
School Children, Earthwatch
Planting
Date:
09 November 2022
Planted
Area:
200m2
Classroom
Area:
50m2
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Species Planted in the Forest:Alder(Alnus glutinosa) | Bilberry(Vaccinium myrtillus) | Birch, downy(Betula pubescens) | Birch, silver(Betula pendula) | Broom(Cytisus scoparius) | Cherry, bird(Prunus padus) | Elm, wych(Ulmus glabra) | Gorse(Ulex europaeus) | Hawthorn(Crataegus monogyna) | Hazel(Corylus avellana) | Heather(Calluna vulgaris) | Holly(Ilex aquifolium) | Juniper(Juniperus communis) | Oak, english(Quercus robur) | Oak, sessile(Quercus petraea) | Willow, grey(Salix cinerea subsp. Oleifolia)
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Tiny Forest Location:
- High Park Cross
- Belfast
- BT13 3RY
- United Kingdom
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GPS: 54.601504, -5.978310
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