TE1: Planting standard hedgerow tree
What is TE1?
TE1 is an action under the Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier scheme. It pays £19.06 per year for planting standard hedgerow tree.
What do I need to do?
carry out work when the hedge is dormant (between 30 September and 1 March)
plant the trees into gaps in the hedge – if there is no suitable gap then plant the trees into a notch cut into the hedgerow
plant each tree in a pit deep and wide enough to contain the full depth and width of the root system
plant native species at least 2 metres (m) tall
plant trees in irregular spacing with at least 20m between them to allow for full crown development
What evidence do I need?
See GOV.UK guidance for evidence requirements and record-keeping obligations.
How much does TE1 pay?
TE1 pays £19.06 per year.
Which land is eligible?
See GOV.UK guidance for full eligibility details and land use requirements.
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