A garden centre is set to give away free Christmas trees.

Dobbies' Moreton Park store is calling on nurseries and schools to request a free real tree as part of its Dobbies Community Christmas Trees scheme, in partnership with sustainable grower Needlefresh.

The aim is to provide nurseries and schools with a real Christmas tree for them to decorate during the festive season.

The trees are sustainably grown in environmentally managed fields across Scotland, where a small team plants, prunes, and harvests each tree by hand.

This ensures the surrounding environment, wildlife, and plants are protected.

Each tree has a tag with a special code, allowing people to track exactly where it was grown.

George Hood, managing director at Needlefresh, said: "We hope that local schools and nurseries get in touch to apply for a real tree this Christmas, taking the opportunity to come together for decorating, making memories for pupils, teachers, and parents alike."

Nigel Lawton, plant buyer at Dobbies, shared his tips for those successful in their application.

He said: "Buying a Christmas tree is a cherished tradition that is at the heart of festive celebrations.

"There’s nothing quite like the scent of a real tree, and decorating really marks the start of the season.

"Preparation and care are key to getting the best out of your real tree Christmas.

"Measure your space before you come to Dobbies’ Moreton Park store and take the tape measure with you to make sure you aren’t buying a tree that will be too big for the space in question.

"It’s important to think about the tree shape you would like based on the space that you have.

"If you would like a classic Christmas tree opt for a Nordmann Fir or if space is limited, the Nordman Fir ‘Slim’ could be the right choice for you."

"Make sure to find a spot that is away from a direct heat source as this can quickly dry your tree out.

"Get your freshly cut tree into a stand that holds water and make sure it is topped up regularly to keep the needles hydrated."

Applications are now open and will close at 5pm on Wednesday, November 7.

Successful applicants will be contacted in mid-November and invited to collect their tree at Dobbies Moreton Park Christmas Shopping Night on November 21, in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust.

For more information about Dobbies Community Christmas Trees, visit dobbies.com/community-christmas-trees.