Improving Germination of Nuttall Oak Acorns

R. L. Johnson

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Improving Germination of Nuttall Oak Acorns

Informally Refereed

Authors:

R. L. Johnson

Year:

1967

Type:

Research Note

Station:

Southern Research Station

Source:

Research Note SO-RN-66. New Orleans, LA: USDA-Forest Service, Southern Forest Experiment Station.

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Abstract

Under simulated field conditions the best treatment for germination of acorns of Quercus nuttallii Palmer was a combination of sowing 1 inch below soil surface, under litter, and in partial shade. Supplemental watering was also advantageous. The most important factor was depth of sowing.

Citation

Johnson, R. L. 1967. Improving Germination of Nuttall Oak Acorns. Research Note SO-RN-66. New Orleans, LA: USDA-Forest Service, Southern Forest Experiment Station. 3 p.