Clusters of white blossom among green leaves on a horse chestnut tree
Clusters of blossom on a horse chestnut tree flowering early as a result of warm autumn temperatures. Photograph: Woodland Trust
Clusters of blossom on a horse chestnut tree flowering early as a result of warm autumn temperatures. Photograph: Woodland Trust
‘Everything is so out of whack’: UK trees experience spring six months early

Mild autumn temperatures causing premature flowering and raising concerns for pollinators, say experts

Trees are experiencing an “early spring” because of mild UK temperatures this autumn, with experts warning this could cause long-term harm to pollinators.