1966Journal of ForestryOpen access

Mulch Improves Loblolly Pine Survival on Coastal Plain Parent Materials

S. J. Ursic

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Abstract In north Mississippi mulching is worthwhile when planting loblolly pine to stabilize bare gully slopes. On such highly erosive exposures mulch immobilizes soil around individual seedlings. Spot-mulching trees to a radius of 9 inches is as effective as broadcast applications.

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Abstract In north Mississippi mulching is worthwhile when planting loblolly pine to stabilize bare gully slopes. On such highly erosive exposures mulch immobilizes soil around individual seedlings. Spot-mulching trees to a radius of 9 inches is as effective as broadcast applications.

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Abstract In north Mississippi mulching is worthwhile when planting loblolly pine to stabilize bare gully slopes. On such highly erosive exposures mulch immobilizes soil around individual seedlings. Spot-mulching trees to a radius of 9 inches is as effective as broadcast applications.

Key concepts: Loblolly pine, Coastal plain, Mulch, Environmental science, Forestry, Woody plant, Pinus <genus>, Pine barrens

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