Bunbury Parish Council plants tree as part of the Queens Green Canopy Initiative

Bunbury Parish Council has held a tree planting ceremony, as part of the late Queen Elizabeth II Green Canopy initiative adjacent to St Boniface Church in Bunbury.

The Queen's Green Canopy was an initiative  that began in honour of the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II in 2022 to mark her 70 years on the throne.

Communities, charities, schools, councils and individuals were urged to plant trees across the United Kingdom to create a lasting, living legacy to enhance the environment and make local areas greener.

In the summer of 2022 Bunbury Parish Council elected to “plant a tree for the Jubilee” on behalf of Bunbury residents. Sadly, with the Queen’s passing this plan was delayed. However, King Charles, patron of the Queen’s Green Canopy, has urged people to continue planting in memory of the Queen and in honour of her service and leadership. To date over 3 million trees have been planted across the UK, the Commonwealth and in parts of Europe.

Bunbury’s tree is a Tulip Tree (Liriodendron Tulipifera). In years to come it will grow to become a majestic deciduous tree with seasonal interest. As the tree matures it will bear tulip shaped creamy yellow flowers in the Summer and distinctive large lobed leaves that turn a beautiful yellow colour in Autumn. It should enhance the already magnificent trees that grow on the green next to St Boniface Church, in the oldest part of Higher Bunbury.

More information here:

https://queensgreencanopy.org/

https://bunburyvillage.info/

https://bunburypc.org.uk/

Pictured - Bunbury Parish Councillor Mike Thomas, dressed as Town Crier, a role he plays annually at Bunbury Village Day.