Tuesday 4th November
A silver birch was doomed to be felled today as it was riddled with Fomitopsis betulina and located right on a main path. Pity, as it was a good looking tree littered with some spectacular examples of ‘witches’ broom’ growths caused by a different fungi. As well as condemning trees to death, Fomitopsis is also known as razor strop fungus as it was often used by barber shops to clean razors, thanks to its antiseptic properties!
The wood was cut for a mix of charcoal, kindling, fire wood, hedge stakes as well as a big chunk left in situ to nature. All taking place with a particularly autumnal backdrop, warm tones and a very seasonal colour palette.
