trees planted
622,607
hectares restored
166
since
2017
Race against desertification
Spain is home to 54% of Europe’s plant and animal species and it produces 12% of Europe’s fruits and vegetables. Europe’s food security is directly linked to Spain’s soil and water resources. Yet the country is quickly desertifying – a process your trees help counter.
Partners
Planting method
direct planting, nurseries
Planting season
November-February
Main threats
Desertification
Wildlife protected
Blue Jay, Ocellated Lizard, Iberian Lynx, Cinereous Vulture, Golden Eagle
Challenges
Factory farming, Industrial agriculture
Top trees species
Pinus halepensis
Juniperus phoenicea
Juniperus oxycedrus
Quercus ilex
Quercus coccifera
Rhamnus lycioides
