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Douglas-fir Dieback

Dieback of container Douglas-fir germinants is caused by a minor root pathogen. The incidence and severity of dieback are strongly influenced by (1) germinant susceptibility to the pathogen, highest the first few weeks after germination, and by (2) the growing environment, particularly moisture content, temperature and pH of the growing mix.


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Author(s): Lynn D. Husted

Publication: National Nursery Proceedings - 1988

Event: Combined Meeting of the Western Forest Nursery Associations
1988 - Vernon, CAN