When you plant an Oak, you are directly supporting reforestation and ecosystem restoration:
• Supplying oxygen and capturing carbon to fight climate change.
• Providing food and shelter for hundreds of insects, birds, and mammals.
• Helping to restore Ireland’s fragile ecosystems.
• Stabilising and enriching soil with its deep root system.
• Creating a legacy that can last for centuries.
• Powerful Carbon Storage – Mature Oaks lock away carbon for centuries, helping to combat climate change.
• Biodiversity Champion – Oaks support more wildlife than any other tree in Ireland, serving as a home to hundreds of species.
• Long-Term Resilience – With lifespans over 500 years, Oaks stabilise ecosystems for generations.
• Soil Health – Their deep roots prevent erosion, improve drainage, and enrich soil fertility.
• Seasonal Support – Acorns provide vital food for birds and mammals, while leaves and bark host countless insects.
• Cultural Heritage – A sacred tree in Irish mythology, the Oak symbolises wisdom, endurance, and protection.
• Ecosystem Balance – Oaks form the foundation of stable, thriving forests.
The Oak has always stood as a symbol of endurance, protection, and stability. Its vast canopy shelters life, while its acorns sustain generations of wildlife. With roots that run deep and lifespans that stretch into centuries, the Oak embodies the strength of the forest itself. By planting one, you are helping to restore Ireland’s ancient woodland and leaving behind a living legacy of resilience and renewal.
• Botanical Name: Quercus robur
• Irish Tree Name: Dair
• Lifespan: 500+ years, with some living over 1,000 years
• Type: Deciduous broadleaf
• Native to: Ireland & Europe
• Wildlife Benefits: Supports more species than any other tree in Ireland; acorns feed birds and mammals; canopy shelters insects and wildlife
• Cultural Significance: Known as “the king of the forest” in Irish folklore, symbol of wisdom, endurance, and protection
Oaks typically live for 500 years or more, with some surviving well over a millennium. Planting one creates a living legacy that endures across generations.
The Oak earns this title because of its size, strength, and role as a keystone species. It supports more wildlife than any other tree in Ireland, making it central to the health of native forests.
Oaks provide acorns for birds and mammals, while their leaves, bark, and branches support hundreds of insects. They are one of the richest ecosystems a single tree can provide.
Yes. Each Oak comes with a hand-printed certificate by artist Sally Caulwell, showing the location and certificate number of your tree.
Definitely. Planting an Oak is a meaningful gift symbolising strength, endurance, and wisdom. The certificate makes it a lasting keepsake.
Your Oak will be planted in one of our Irish reforestation sites, carefully 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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