The goat willow: champion tree of the wetlands
All rainforest trees thrive in the rain, but willows are one of the few trees that tolerate very wet soils. They're also incredibly important for wildlife, from pollinators in spring, to the lichens that cling to their bark.
Searching for bird cherry
Scotland's rainforest has been influenced by people for hundreds of years, and one of the results we see today is that certain trees are 'missing' from these rich woodlands. But steps are underway to track down these trees, and help them survive for the future.
The beautiful birch
Birch is a much under-appreciated tree, but it’s an important species in Scotland's rainforest, where it supports loads of wildlife. You’ll find it in folklore and linked to place names, and its spread throughout the Highlands today has a fascinating connection… to cotton spinning.
The trees of Scotland’s rainforest
Scotland’s rainforest wouldn’t exist without trees. There are loads of different species that you might see, but we’ve picked just five to take a closer look at.