By planting a Hazel, you are directly supporting:
• Wildlife with protein-rich nuts.
• Pollinators with early-season catkins.
• Biodiversity, including shelter for birds and small mammals.
• Endangered species such as the hazel dormouse in some regions.
• Climate action, by capturing carbon and supplying oxygen.
• Nut Production – Hazelnuts feed birds, squirrels, and other woodland species.
• Pollinator Support – Catkins provide early pollen for bees and insects.
• Wildlife Shelter – Dense growth offers safe nesting habitats for birds and mammals.
• Carbon Capture – Locks away carbon while producing oxygen.
• Soil Enrichment – Helps strengthen woodland ecosystems.
• Cultural Value – A sacred tree in Irish mythology, linked with wisdom and knowledge.
• Longevity – Living 80–100 years, Hazels sustain life for generations.
The Hazel has long been a tree of myth, magic, and meaning. From the sacred hazelnuts of Irish folklore to its role in sustaining wildlife, Hazel is a tree of both knowledge and nourishment. By planting a Hazel, you are adding wisdom, abundance, and cultural heritage to Ireland’s forests.
• Botanical Name: Corylus avellana
• Irish Tree Name: Coll
• Lifespan: 80–100 years
• Type: Deciduous broadleaf
• Native to: Ireland & Europe
• Wildlife Benefits: Nuts for birds and mammals, catkins for pollinators, dense shelter for wildlife
• Cultural Significance: Revered in Celtic mythology, symbol of wisdom and knowledge
Hazel trees typically live for 80–100 years, producing nuts and supporting wildlife throughout their lifespan.
In mythology, a single hazelnut was believed to hold all the knowledge of the world. Hazel groves were considered sacred and deeply symbolic of wisdom.
Hazel nuts feed birds and mammals, catkins provide early pollen for bees, and its branches shelter birds and small animals.
Yes. Each Hazel comes with a hand-printed certificate by artist Sally Caulwell, showing the location and certificate number of your tree.
Absolutely. Planting a Hazel is a meaningful gift symbolising wisdom, nourishment, and resilience. The certificate makes it a lasting keepsake.
Your Hazel will be planted in one of our Irish reforestation sites, chosen for biodiversity and long-term woodland health.
Live impact from our rewilding
Partner with us to plant native Irish trees and show real local impact. We create a tailored plan for your business, with options like trees per sale, monthly pledges, or team planting days. You receive impact reports, certificates for audits, and co-branded assets for PR and staff engagement, all aligned with CSR and ESG goals and the UN SDGs.
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