Residents have told of their "disappointment" and "sadness" after a large number of newly-planted trees were snapped in half in Millbrook.
In 2023, Southampton City Council planted 20 cherry trees in Mansel Park in Millbrook.
But the council has said that half of the trees that were planted last year have now been snapped in half.
A spokesperson said: "We are deeply disappointed to report that newly planted trees in the Milbrook area, between Mansel Park and Kendal Avenue, have been vandalised.
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"These trees, intended to form a cherry avenue, were planted during the 2023/2024 season. Unfortunately, they were snapped in half overnight.
"We strongly condemn this act of vandalism and urge individuals to refrain from such destructive behaviour."
A resident commented on Facebook that it was "so sad and disappointing" that the trees had been vandalised.
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