Wilding pines (Pinus radiata & P. pinaster) are one of the most serious threats to our coastline. These fast-growing, long-lived trees produce vast numbers of wind-dispersed seeds, quickly forming dense stands that overwhelm native vegetation. Once established, they change the entire landscape, altering soil moisture, depleting water, and dropping thick leaf litter that prevents native plants from regenerating.
If left uncontrolled, wilding pines would dominate our coastal ecosystems, destroying fragile dune systems and threatening the survival of unique species. Through a dedicated control programme, we’ve already made significant progress south of Ward Beach, and complete eradication along our coast is achievable with continued vigilance and community support.
