Grows well in mixed stands provided not shaded. Natural Distribution Throughout British Isles and Europe into Asia Minor and Caucuses. Rare north of Great Glen in Scotland. Long thin brown seeds approx 25cm long. Approx 8000 germinable seeds per kg.
Seeds form in large sprays.
If planted green seeds may germinate following spring or even straight away whereas brown seeds will germinate the second spring after planting. Grows quickly to 20 - 40 years old but growth stops at 60 years. Timber Pale creamy wood that is strong and elastic. Uses of Wood Hockey sticks, oars, paddles, rudders, billiard cues, cricket stumps, polo sticks and policemen's truncheons. Also used for veneer and furniture.