There are about 100,000 trees growing in parks, highways and other public areas in Ipswich. In a typical year we will plant over 200 young trees each year to help with succession. A full time team of arborists are employed to help maintain trees in a safe and healthy condition.
Trees are beneficial to the environment. As an example, one mature Beech tree is estimated to generate the equivalent of enough oxygen sufficient for 10 people for 1 year (source: Role of Plants in Improving the Quality of Life. Horticulture Week - January 2004).
Plants absorb the effects of airborne dust and pollution. The estimated 100,000 trees, 60 million square metres of grassland, and 20 hectares of shrubs, which are tended by us, all play a part.
Floral displays on traffic roundabouts, hanging baskets and landscape of parks and gardens are developed for maximum effect. Every year we help try and improve on last years displays.
It is established that plants, especially trees and flowers, can help improve peoples mood... they are important to the town. Although difficult to measure, there are mental health and commercial benefits.