Alder Coppicing

[Notmegov]

Alder if split and staked in the open will dry out over the course of the summer, ready to burn November time.

[Stereo]

I agree, Alder is a very fast seasoning hardwood. Needs some sun and a good breeze and will dry in no time. I like to cut it into longer, thinner logs if possible. I coppiced some last year and really pleased with the re-growth so far.

[Louise]

Thanks Guy

 

Thats interesting to know, how much price wise is a ton of cordwood?

Edited March 10, 2012 by Louise

[Jumpy]

Has anyone stored alder In water to keep it supple and if so does it work. 

[gary112]

17 minutes ago, Jumpy said:

Has anyone stored alder In water to keep it supple and if so does it work. 

Sorry dunno bout that,but when i was a kid my dad used to get us to bark 12ft alder poles and he used to dry and halve em for fencing rails,they last a good few yrs aswell