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Selection Of Christmas Tree Stock By Use Of Physiological Methods

Can morpho-physiological features of various species of Pinus be used to select adequate Christmas tree stock? Yes, if such features as needle moisture content, closure of stomates, color persistence, and brittleness are used as parameters. In a recent paper it was demonstrated that of three southern pines—loblolly, shortleaf, and sand pine—sand pine consistently maintained high ratings in the above mentioned parameters. Sand pine has been received quite well by consumers in a Christmas tree acceptance trial conducted in Louisiana (personal communications).


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Author(s): Garry Davies, M. Victor Bilan, Ken McLaughlin

Publication: Tree Planters' Notes - Volume 31, Number 3 (1980)

Section: General

Volume: 31

Number: 3