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Yew ‘cave’ is tree of the year
A ‘yew-cave’ or ‘yew-igloo’ in the Oise, was the public’s choice for Tree of the Year 2017
The amazing ‘tree’ is really six yews that have been sculpted over generations to form a network of branches and a single rounded shape.
Owner Delphine Higonnet says it can be a shelter from the wind and rain, a children’s playhouse or lovers’ hideaway, and up to 10 people can fit inside.
The ‘tree’ is in the Jardin des Ifs in Gerberoy, which has been opened to the public by Ms Higonnet since 2016, along with her brother Pierre, who runs a restaurant in the house which was originally bought by their Parisian parents. The garden dates from the 17th century.
You can see photos of other 2017 prize winners at https://www.arbredelannee.com/
This month the site will also relaunch for nominations for Tree of the Year 2018.