Only tree species capable of producing a commercial crop are grant aided. In this regard correct species selection is crucial. Listed below are the species approved by the Forest Service.

Conifers
Sitka spruce
Norway spruce
Lodgepole pine
Japanese larch
European larch
Hybrid larch
Douglas fir
Scots pine
Serbian spruce
Lawson cypress
Leyland cypress
Monterey cypress
Austrian pine
Corsican pine
Monterey pine
Coast redwoods
Western red cedar
Western hemlock

Broadleaves:
Ash
Sycamore
Alder
Pedunculate Oak
Sessile oak
Beech
Southern beech
Spanish chestnut
Cherry
Lime

There is scope to plant other amenity species such as Birch, Holly, Maple, Rowan, Walnut, Hornbeam, Chestnut, Hawthorn etc in strategic locations, such as adjoining houses or along roadways, rivers and streams.

Forestry Services Ltd will assess your site and outline correct species selection, taking due cognisance of production potential, economic return, amenity and environmental considerations. First consultations are Free of Charge and without obligation.