Jubilee Gardens is home to a stunning collection of trees, each with its unique story, beauty, and role in supporting the environment. From native species like the resilient English Oak and Common Hornbeam to vibrant exotics like the Liquidambar and Bald Cypress, the trees of Jubilee Gardens are a vital part of the gardens’s identity. Together, they create a lush, biodiverse canopy that evolves with the seasons, offering shade, colour, and inspiration year-round.
This living collection not only enhances the beauty of Jubilee Gardens but also provides a habitat for wildlife, improves air quality, and contributes to combating climate change. Explore the diverse range of trees we’re proud to nurture here.
Discover the trees of Jubilee Gardens
Explore the diversity of trees that make Jubilee Gardens a unique and thriving green space:
English Oak (Quercus robur): A majestic native tree, supporting more wildlife species than any other in Britain. Its iconic acorns and rugged branches symbolise strength and endurance.
Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus): Known as ‘ironwood,’ this resilient tree offers golden autumn leaves and winter bracts, alongside an impressive history of durable timber use.
Liquidambar or Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua): A spectacular deciduous tree, known for its fiery orange, red, and purple autumn foliage.
Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum): A unique deciduous conifer with feathery foliage and striking form, particularly eye-catching near water.
Large Leaf Linden (Tilia platyphyllos): A graceful tree with fragrant summer blossoms and striking yellow-green autumn foliage. Historically, it has been valued for its medicinal properties.
London Plane (Platanus x acerifolia): The ultimate city tree, known for its pollution-resistant bark and impressive shade-providing canopy.
Field Maple ‘Queen Elizabeth’ (Acer campestre ‘Evelyn’): A compact, resilient tree planted in honour of the Queen’s Green Canopy, with beautiful butter-yellow autumn leaves.
Pin Oak (Quercus palustris): A striking tree with sharply lobed leaves that turn crimson in autumn and distinctive horizontal branches for year-round interest.
Common Beech (Fagus sylvatica): A stately tree with smooth grey bark, triangular nuts, and vibrant golden-brown autumn foliage.
Each tree has its own story and place in the Gardens, contributing to a rich mosaic of life that changes beautifully with the seasons.
Why trees matter
Trees are the lifeblood of Jubilee Gardens, transforming it into a vibrant, peaceful, and environmentally significant space. Here’s why they’re so important:
Biodiversity: From flowers and nuts to branches and leaves, our trees provide food and shelter for countless species of birds, insects, and mammals.
Climate action: Trees absorb carbon dioxide and improve air quality, helping to mitigate the effects of climate change.
Seasonal beauty: Whether it’s the fiery red of a Liquidambar in autumn, the fragrant blossoms of a Large Leaf Linden in summer, or the golden hues of a Field Maple in spring, every season brings a fresh display of nature’s artistry.
Community connection: Jubilee Gardens’ trees create a tranquil space for visitors to relax, play, and reconnect with nature.
Support the trees of Jubilee Gardens
Help care for the trees that make Jubilee Gardens such a special place. Your donation will keep the trees healthy, the park beautiful, and wildlife thriving.
Donate now to help us keep Jubilee Gardens a relaxing and welcoming space for everyone.
