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Effects of Rough Handling on Early Performance of White Pine and White Spruce Seedlings

This study examined the effect on seedling health of dropping standard plastic-lined kraft tree bags containing 3+0 white pine (Pinus strobus L.) and white spruce (Picea glauca (Moench) Voss) seedlings from various heights; timing of irrigation after planting was also tested for its effect on seedling vigor. Treatments were evaluated by measuring root growth potential (RGP), and bud flush was assessed at the end of a 3-week period to evaluate its use in predicting stress on seedling performance.


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Author(s): Ipi Yuyitung, James A. Simpson, Andrew M. Gordon

Publication: Tree Planters' Notes - Volume 45, Number 4 (1994)

Volume: 45

Number: 4