Farm1 writes
"Sacha" wrote in message

I'm generally of the same view as you Sacha. Some trees do have to go
sometimes but I get quite irritated when I see truly magnificent and
significant trees being felled when a bit of simple thought could
prevent it.

I agree with you over the unnecessary felling of mature trees. But that
doesn't stop me feeling OK about planting trees that I know will only be
around for 10 or 20 years before they have to go - to my mind, that
gives extra trees. Not all of us are lucky enough to be able to live in
the countryside or in areas of large gardens, and an urban landscape
consisting entirely of ornamental cherries, Sorbus and the like starts
to feel a little 'samey' after a while.

I know the copper beech which the church next door planted 8ft from our
house may have to go eventually, but meanwhile I am happy to see it
there and to get enjoyment from it. I'm not going to lose sleep because
it won't make it to maturity.
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Kay