Forestry Commission
October 8
10:00
2024
The updated Ips typographus demarcated area notice (Notice 7(2024)) imposes a prohibition on the planting of spruce trees (Picea genus) within the south-east of England and East Anglia.
The prohibition (ban) on spruce growing has exemptions for certain circumstances. These can apply to:
- Christmas tree growers
- arboretums
- landscapers and private residents
- nurseries
- foresters
Further resources
Read the complete guide, news updates and more about the eight-toothed spruce bark beetle Ips typographus.
Landowners and managers may qualify for support to fell and restock woodlands under theTree Health Pilot scheme.