A tree planting initiative has taken shape in Dungarvan, Co Waterford.

The planting marks National Tree Week which runs from 19-26 March. National Tree Week is Ireland's largest annual tree celebration dedicated to celebrating and raising awareness of the importance of trees to the environment.

Organised by The Tree Council of Ireland and proudly supported by Coillte, National Tree Week has been running for over 35 years. This year's theme is ‘Biodiversity Begins With Trees’highlighting the benefits of trees to our environment and local communities.

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The objective of Tree Week is to inspire people to plant and care for trees and to highlight the many benefits trees provide to our environment and local communities.

Over 440 trees and hedging plants have been planted in Dungarvan so far this year, including birch, hazel, holly and ash, as well as numerous fruit bushes and trees. Mayor of Waterford City and County Cllr. John O'Leary also took part in the initiative.