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Old 10-10-2006, 02:09 PM posted to uk.rec.birdwatching,uk.environment.conservation,uk.rec.gardening,uk.business.agriculture
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Default WildLife Sanctuary ideas please.


"NotI" wrote in message
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BAC wrote:

Sessile oak might fit the bill. Wales used to be covered by it.


That's definitely the one to go for. I have seen these growing in poor
soils and harsh environments in Scotland, where they are the
predominant tree in old woodlands where the ground is too poor for
agriculture.


I've also seen some surviving in coastal locations in Wales.