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Hardwood and Softwood Timber - kpsingh - 08-20-2014

Hardwood

Hardwood is produced by trees that have broad leaves - lose them in winter - reproduce them in spring. Species are oak, pecan, walnut, ash, cherry, birch, etc. Slow growth.

Softwood

Softwood is the type that comes from trees that have needles, are evergreen, do not lose them in winter. Species include pine, fir, spruce, larch, cedar, etc. Fast growth. Much more plentiful than hardwoods.

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