The influence of birch nurse crop (Betula pubescens) on the growth of Norway spruce (Picea abies) seedling stands on drained peatlands
Young Norway spruce ( (L.) H. Karst.) are susceptible to early summer frost damage. Birch ( Ehrh.) naturally colonize rich or fairly rich drained peatlands after clear cutting, and can provide protection for developing seedlings. The report describes the development of spruce stands after...
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| Language: | English |
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Finnish Society of Forest Science
1985-01-01
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| Series: | Silva Fennica |
| Online Access: | https://www.silvafennica.fi/article/5233 |