Burls are wart-like, irregular growths that can form along the trunks, limbs and even the root systems of trees. Inside the burl you’ll find tight clusters of buds. Each bud has a dark pith (a branch that never developed because of stunted growth). The resulting wood tissue within the burl is extremely disoriented and results in a very attractive figure. Single pieces can show multi-figure such as tiger, spiral, peacock tail (eye’s like a peacock’s tail) and mottled figures. Burls are perfect for wood turners who are looking to create an eye catching finished project.
