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Soil Compaction: Effects on Seedling Growth

The degree to which a compacted soil affects seedling survival or growth varies according to soil texture, organic matter, moisture content, tree species, and degree of compaction. Soil compaction generally restricts root growth and can inhibit shoot growth. In nurseries, compaction may be rare above the 15-cm depth because nursery soils are cultivated each year; however, below 15 cm compaction is relatively common, and is especially noticeable when drainage is impeded for long periods. The machinery used to manage the crop, the ability to control irrigation and fertilization, and the alternatives for tillage are all important aspects of nursery soil management affecting soil compaction.


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Author(s): Steven K. Omi

Publication: National Nursery Proceedings - 1985