Common Alder (Alnus glutinosa) is a wetland species ranging from Siberia to N. Africa
Its wood has been utilised for millennia in water management, clog-making and coppicing. The wood has the advantage of being water resistant but light.
It is beneficial to nearby species as its roots can break up wet, compacted soil and convert nitrogen
It can reach 25m with up to 1m thick stems
Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis) is the most successful and productive plant of the 20th century Originally from the Pacific coast of N. America, it has...
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Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii), also known as Oregan Pine, originated in Western N. America In high rainfall areas, it can reach 50m with straight stems
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