Ambitious tree-planting project targets small, half-forgotten spaces

The 100 Million Trees project uses the Japanese miyawaki method of tree-growing where thousands of trees can be planted close together in relatively small spaces

Sunrise on the grounds of Glenstal Abbey in County Limerick, Ireland. Picture: 100 Million Trees Project

A 32-county campaign is underway to get people to plant an ambitious 100 million trees, with farmers, schools, communities, local authorities and owners of waste land being urged to take part.

The trees and professional planting services are being provided free of charge by a not-for-profit organisation, 100 Million Trees, run by siblings, Richard, David, and Tina Mulcahy.