Israeli ambassador to the UK Tzipi Hotovely has planted a tree at London's Kew Gardens to mark the holiday of Tu Bishvat.

In a ceremony earlier today, the ambassador was joined by Kew’s Director of Horticulture, Richard Barley.

During the ceremony Ambassador Hotovely said: “There is no better place than Kew to be marking this important date in the Jewish calendar. It is particularly poignant that we are planting a new tree; new life for a new year.”

Ms Hotovely also made reference to Israel's commitment to fighting climate change, saying:“Our small country is committed to making a big difference, with Israeli technology offering various solutions to the climate crisis.” 

The ambassador was also shown an exhibition by Israeli sculptor Zadok Ben David, which is currently on display in the Shirley Sherwood Gallery of Botanical Art at the gardens.