Ealing residents pick their tree line up

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Ealing Common to be returned to its former glory

RESIDENTS have chosen a mixture of London Plane, Oak and Lime trees to re-line Ealing Common following the removal of its diseased Horse Chestnut trees during 2005 and 2006.

The results of Ealing Council’s consultation show that residents favour a mix of species to be re-planted on Ealing Common. The majority chose this approach other three options of single species planting. Of the 3,300 consultation documents that were issued, 271 were returned. A majority of respondents (48%) favoured the mixed species option.

From next month the trees will be planted to fill the gaps on Ealing Common, Uxbridge Road, North Circular and Uxbridge Junction. The London Plane, Oak and Lime trees will also be used to replace any trees that need to be removed in the future because of disease.

Councillor Nigel Sumner, cabinet member for health and community well being, said: “I am pleased that so many residents took the opportunity to tell us the type of trees they want to see re-planted on Ealing Common. The consultation illustrates just how special the common and surrounding tree avenues are to local people.

“A mix of London Plane, Oak and Lime trees enables us to introduce new species to the area which aren’t as susceptible to the disease Bleeding Canker, which has had such a devastating effect on the Horse Chestnut trees. The aim of the consultation was to ensure that any future planting in the area remains consistent.

“Whilst the new trees will take a little while to establish themselves, I look forward to seeing Ealing Common returned to its former glory with a full complement of trees.”

 

March 26, 2007