Seed Size, the Only Factor Positively Affecting Direct Seeding Success in an Abandoned Field in Quebec, Canada

Direct tree seeding is potentially an economical technique for restoring forests on abandoned fields. However, the success of tree establishment depends on many factors related to species and seed characteristics, environmental conditions, competition and predation. We compared seedling emergence, s...

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Main Authors: Annick St-Denis, Daniel Kneeshaw, Christian Messier
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2013-06-01
Series:Forests
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1999-4907/4/2/500