American elm (Ulmus americana) in restoration plantings: a review

Kathleen Knight; Linda Haugen; Cornelia Wilson; Paul Schaberg; Jim Slavicek

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American elm (Ulmus americana) in restoration plantings: a review

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Authors:

Kathleen Knight, Linda Haugen, Cornelia Wilson, Paul Schaberg, Jim Slavicek

Year:

2017

Type:

Paper

Station:

Northern Research Station

Source:

In: Pinchot, Cornelia C.; Knight, Kathleen S.; Haugen, Linda M.; Flower, Charles E.; Slavicek, James M., eds. Proceedings of the American elm restoration workshop 2016; 2016 October 25-27; Lewis Center, OH. Gen. Tech. Rep. NRS-P-174. Newtown Square, PA: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Northern Research Station: 133-140.

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Abstract

The development of disease-tolerant American elm (Ulmus americana) trees has led to a need for reintroduction and restoration methods for the species. Here we review the current state of experimental work to inform reintroduction biology and restoration ecology of American elm. Much of this work is ongoing, and within several years the results will provide guidance for managers to use the species in restoration plantings. We identify additional research needs and opportunities to consider in development of American elm restoration strategies.

Parent Publication

Proceedings of the American elm restoration workshop 2016

Citation

Knight, Kathleen S.; Haugen, Linda M.; Pinchot, Cornelia C.; Schaberg, Paul G.; Slavicek, James M. 2017. American elm (Ulmus americana) in restoration plantings: a review. In: Pinchot, Cornelia C.; Knight, Kathleen S.; Haugen, Linda M.; Flower, Charles E.; Slavicek, James M., eds. Proceedings of the American elm restoration workshop 2016; 2016 October 25-27; Lewis Center, OH. Gen. Tech. Rep. NRS-P-174. Newtown Square, PA: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Northern Research Station: 133-140.