Mixed High Forests with conifers and 20% broadleaves

Forest Type 11 (FT11)

The aim of FT11 – Mixed High Forests: conifer, 20% broadleaves is to create production forests with conifer species such as Norway spruce, Scots pine or Douglas fir and 20% broadleaf species such as birch and alder.

Conifer species such as Norway spruce, Scots pine, western red cedar or Douglas fir can produce quality timber in 40 to 60 years. Appropriate management can help ensure that the wood products derived from these forests are of high quality and high value.

All new conifer forests are required to include at least 20% broadleaf species along with retained areas for biodiversity enhancement.

Further information

• For further details, contact your local Teagasc Forestry Adviser.