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Suppliers of good quality, affordable scale model trees, hedging, flowers and model landscaping requisites.

Established in 2005 we are suppliers of high quality scale model trees and landscaping materials for discerning modellers! Suitable for architectural models, model railways, slot car racing layouts, wargaming, cake decorating, dolls house collectors, gifts............The list is endless!

30/10/2026

I've spent years talking trees with modellers at shows, and the best conversations always start with a question.

Which tree suits my scale? How many do I need for a wood that actually looks like a wood? Why does mine still look like it came out of a kit?

There's no such thing as a scale tree. Real trees come in every height and shape, so the right choice depends on your scene and where people will be looking from. That's why I'd always rather hear about your layout, gaming table or diorama than guess.

So I'm handing the page over to you. Whatever's on your mind about scenery, from your very first trees to the finishing touches, nothing is too basic.

I'll pick a selection and answer them in a follow-up post on 9 November.

Ask me anything about scenery in the comments 👇

Ian

29/10/2026

On a presentation model, the building is the star. The planting around it decides whether the scheme reads as designed and finished, or as a building dropped onto a board.

Good landscaping is usually restrained. A neat lawn and a line of hedging can do more than a crowded spread of trees. They lead the eye to the building and show how people would move through the space.

Trees then anchor the scheme. Our Architectural Concept Trees suggest planting in a simple, stylised way, so they sit comfortably alongside the architecture and leave the building as the focus.

A useful habit is to plan the planting alongside the massing. Decide where you want the eye to land, then use lawns, hedging and trees to frame it.

If you'd like a second opinion on what will suit your model, we're always happy to talk it through.

Working on a presentation model? Tell us your scale, here to help.

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28/10/2026

New here, or never quite sure which kind of tree you need? This short video is a good place to start. In just over a minute, Ian introduces the different types of tree we stock, plus a glimpse of the rest of our range.

Each type suits a different kind of project. Some are built for the tree people will study up close, others for planting quickly across a wide area, and some for the finest detail you can get at small scales. The right choice comes down to your scale, your scene and how close the viewer will get.

There's no such thing as a scale tree, only the right one for what you're building.

Which type are you using at the moment? Tell us in the comments.

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22/10/2026

We thought we would take a moment so say a big 'Thank you' to everyone who has reviewed us on Trustpilot. 516 of you have taken the time so far, giving us a TrustScore of 4.9 out of 5. We're grateful for every one, and we've shared a few recent favourites below.

As Ian likes to say, there's no such thing as a scale tree. Choosing the right one for a layout, diorama or model takes a bit of know-how, and we'd always rather help you choose than leave you guessing. It's good to see that come through in what you've written.

Bought from us? We'd love your review on Trustpilot: https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/www.themodeltreeshop.co.uk 🌲

21/10/2026

Some modellers would rather build their trees than buy them finished. If that's you, a tree making kit is a very satisfying way to spend an evening.

Our WWS Realistic Tree Making Kits from WWScenics give you the materials to make your own unique trees. You trim the supplied plastic and seafoam trees to shape the trunks and branches, glue them together, then add the themed foliage. No two come out the same, which is exactly the point. Glue and modelling tools aren't included, so have those ready.

There are three versions, Spring, Winter and Dead, so you can match the kit to the season or the mood of your scene. The Dead kit, for example, includes eight 14cm plastic trees, ten thin seafoam trees, dead static grass, a dead leaf foliage mix and forest ground cover.

They suit diorama builders who want full control over every shape, and anyone who enjoys the making as much as the finished scene. A kit also makes a thoughtful gift for a modeller who likes to build.

Have you ever built your own tree? Tell us how it went 👇

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20/10/2026

Every season asks something different of your scenery, and getting the colours right is often what makes a scene believable. Here's a starting point for three of them.

Autumn: warm ambers, rusts and fading greens. Our Autumn Trees range does the heavy lifting, and Autumn Meadow static grass carries that colour down to ground level. A scatter of dried leaves along the verges finishes it off.

Winter: this one is about restraint. Bare branches, muted earth and pale, tired grass. Winter Meadow static grass sets the tone, pines with a dusting of snow add contrast, and the winter version of the WWS Realistic Tree Making Kit lets you build your own bare trees.

Spring and summer: fresh greens that deepen as the year goes on. Spring Meadow static grass gives you that new growth feel, a twisted wire cherry blossom adds a burst of colour, and OO scale snowdrops along a bank say early spring.

Not sure what suits your scale? Ask us. That's what we're here for.

What season are you building? Tell us in the comments 🌲

10/10/2026

This time of year, the most common question we get is how to make a layout look like autumn.

You don't need to redo a whole layout to change the season. Drop one or two autumn trees into a green scene and it immediately reads as late in the year. A single amber tree at the edge of a wood, or a pair along a lane, does more than you'd expect.

Our Autumn Trees range runs from 55mm up to 130mm, so there's something for N gauge and OO alike, plus an autumnal walnut if you want a broader canopy. For a deep, rich colour that works in any season, our copper beech trees sit well alongside them, from small 80mm trees through to larger specimens.

Carry the colour down to the ground with Autumn Meadow static grass, in 2mm, 4mm and 6mm. And if you're buying for an N gauge modeller, there's an Autumn N Gauge Gift Set too.

There's no such thing as a scale tree, so if you're not sure which height suits your scene, ask us.

Browse the autumn range at themodeltreeshop.co.uk 🌳

07/10/2026

Building terrain for your tabletop games? Here are five materials that make the biggest difference to how a board looks and plays:

Trees are the obvious one, and getting the scale right matters more than people expect. Ian's line is always the same: there's no such thing as a scale tree, only the right tree for your project, so pick a height that suits your figures rather than whatever looks good on the shelf.

Static grass gives your basing and open ground real texture and depth, far more convincing than flat paint.

Scatter material is what turns a plain green board into believable foliage and undergrowth, layered in a few different shades for the best effect.

Flexible hedging is brilliant for linear terrain features, hedgerows, field boundaries, anything that needs to bend around a layout.

And cork sheet is the easy way to build up hills and rough ground without any real building skill required.

Any other tips for our readers? Tell us in the comments.

25/09/2026

There's something brilliant about seeing what customers build with our materials, and this week we want to shine a light on wargaming terrain.

Whether you're building trenches, ruins, or a sprawling tabletop battlefield, the right scenic materials make all the difference to how a table reads at eye level. We love seeing the results, from first attempts through to genuinely stunning builds.

If you've used any of our trees, foliage, or ground cover in a wargaming project, we'd love to see it. Share your build in the comments and we'll pick some of our favourites to feature.

And if wargaming isn't your thing, don't worry, we want to see everything: railways, dioramas, architectural models, all of it. Every hobby is welcome here...🌲

11/09/2026

One more sleep until the International N Gauge Show, and we will be parked up on Stand 27/28 for both days, right next to Train Trax.

Yes, it says N gauge on the tin. No, we will not be checking gauges at the door. Whether you are OO, N, O, T, deep into wargaming terrain, building a diorama, or working in architectural scale, trees do not care what you build, and neither do we, we love trees and are happy to help. Come and talk trees with us, whatever you are working on.

If your layout has a scenic-shaped gap you have been ignoring, let's talk. We will help you figure out what it actually needs, and there is bulk discount pricing on the day if you want to stock up while you are there.

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Unit 15, The Bull Commercial Centre
Duns
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Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm

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