Some knock-out colours in Pomfret’s Wood at the moment!
‘European spindle wood is very hard, and can be cut to a sharp point; it was used in the past for making spindles for wool-spinning and for butchers’ skewers.
Charcoal produced from this plant is seen as superior among artists due to its strength and density.’ [from Wikipedia]
Had no idea when we planted this that it’s a source of superior charcoal! Can’t wait to give it a go!
