Coppice

Coppice

Context

A small group of trees grown for periodic harvest, particularly for firewood, poles, or woodcraft

Explanation

A coppice is a type of woodland where trees are periodically cut back to ground level to stimulate growth and provide sustainable timber or firewood.

Applications

The coppice was managed to ensure a continuous supply of wood.

Coppicing is an ancient method of woodland management.

Many wildlife species thrive in the varied habitat of a coppice.