Over the course of a very warm summer, something that you probably have noticed is the fact that in the cities and densely built urban areas it is a lot hotter than it is out in the countryside. Concrete, bricks and glass that are all over the cities create what is known as urban heat islands, keeping the heat trapped and therefore making it unbearable at times to be there.
This is something that of course becomes more of a problem when summers are hotter and it is something that can be changed. Trees are essential to all life on earth, providing the air with oxygen and removing carbon dioxide, but they also help to manage temperatures too, which is one of the reasons why you get relief from being out in the countryside.
If you live in an urban area, planting a tree in your garden can not only give you shade, it can also help to provide a home for wildlife. Native trees in particular are very beneficial to many different species. Of course you don’t have to plant a very small tree if you don’t want to have to wait years to enjoy it – you can look for semi mature trees for sale like this https://www.naturefirst.co.uk/semi-mature-trees to plant in your garden and enjoy the benefits straight away!
You also need to think about how much space you have for your tree – in smaller gardens, opt for trees like rowan and silver birch which look beautiful without taking too much space.
