Coppicing
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Coppicing
At Oaklands Tree Care, we offer a full range of tree services including Coppicing, ensuring quick and reliable responses to every call. With over 30 years of experience, our professional tree surgeons handle it all. And we tidy up after every job, so you wouldn’t even know we had been there!
About Coppicing
Coppicing is a traditional woodland management technique that involves the periodic cutting back of trees and shrubs to ground level to encourage new growth. This practice takes advantage of the natural ability of many tree species to regrow from their stumps, producing multiple new shoots that can be harvested on a regular cycle. Coppicing has been used for centuries to sustainably manage forests, produce timber, fuel, and other resources, and maintain biodiversity.
Sustainable Harvesting
Coppicing allows for the continuous production of wood without the need to replant. By cutting trees back to the stump, or “stool,” new shoots rapidly grow from the base, providing a renewable source of timber, firewood, and other materials.
Biodiversity
Coppiced woodlands often support a rich diversity of plant and animal life. The varying ages of the coppice stools create a mosaic of habitats, encouraging a wide range of species to thrive. Sunlight reaches the forest floor, promoting the growth of wildflowers and other understory vegetation.
Timber Production
Coppicing produces straight, uniform poles that are valuable for various uses, including fencing, thatching spars, tool handles, and furniture.
Historical Significance
Coppicing has a long history and has been practiced since ancient times. It played a crucial role in rural economies by providing essential resources for construction, agriculture, and everyday life.
Species Suitability
Not all tree species are suitable for coppicing. Trees that respond well to this practice include hazel, willow, ash, chestnut, and alder. These species have strong regenerative abilities and can produce multiple shoots from the stool.
Conservation and Restoration
Coppicing can be used in conservation and habitat restoration projects to maintain traditional landscapes and promote ecological health. It helps preserve ancient woodland structures and supports species that depend on early successional habitats.
“Oaklands Tree Care are trained and experienced arborists that carry out Coppicing and understand the proper techniques and timing to ensure successful regrowth and long-term productivity. When managed correctly, coppicing can provide sustainable resources, support biodiversity, and maintain the health and vitality of woodland ecosystems.”
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- Over 30 Years of Experience
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Why are Oaklands rated so highly by customers ?
- Safety first for employees and customers
- Every job left exceptionally tidy afterwards
- Good communication with customers
- Eco-friendly practices and recycling
- Always polite, caring and friendly
- Professional, efficient teamwork