Response of western larch to site preparation

Russell T. Graham; A. E. Harvey; M. F. Jurgensen; Deborah S. Page-Dumroese; J. R. Tonn; Terrie B. Jain

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Response of western larch to site preparation

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Authors:

Russell T. Graham, A. E. Harvey, M. F. Jurgensen, Deborah S. Page-Dumroese, J. R. Tonn, Terrie B. Jain

Year:

1995

Type:

General Technical Report

Station:

Rocky Mountain Research Station

Source:

In: Schmidt, Wyman C.; McDonald, Kathy J., comps. Ecology and management of larix forests: A look ahead: Proceedings of an international symposium; 1992 October 5-9; Whitefish, MT, U.S.A. Gen. Tech. Rep. GTR-INT-319. Ogden, UT: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Intermountain Research Station. p. 185-191.

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Abstract

Western larch (Larix occidentalis Nutt.) regenerates and grows adequately on a variety of soils and sites. Mineral soil and burned-over surfaces are excellent for natural regeneration, but organic surfaces also provide adequate seedbeds. Planted western larch are aggressive root producers especially in moist soils. Best development occurs in soils with high organic matter content. Competing vegetation often reduces performance. Site preparation can significantly impact growth and development of this species.

Keywords

western larch, Larix occidentals, ecology, management, soil, organic matter

Citation

Graham, R. T.; Harvey, A. E.; Jurgensen, M. F.; Page-Dumroese, D. S.; Tonn, J. R.; Jain, T. B. 1995. Response of western larch to site preparation. In: Schmidt, Wyman C.; McDonald, Kathy J., comps. Ecology and management of larix forests: A look ahead: Proceedings of an international symposium; 1992 October 5-9; Whitefish, MT, U.S.A. Gen. Tech. Rep. GTR-INT-319. Ogden, UT: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Intermountain Research Station. p. 185-191.