Direct-seeding longleaf pine

Abstract

Direct seeding of the southern pines is a versatile reforestation technique that is being widely accepted by land managers. On many sites it is more economical than planting nursery-grown seedlings or waiting for natural reproduction. It is applicable on some sites where access, terrain, or drainage conditions make planting difficult. Commercial trials have proved it fast and reliable with all the important southern pines and in operations ranging from a few acres to units of 35,000 acres.

Citation

Mann, W. F.  1970. Direct-seeding longleaf pine. Res. Pap. SO-057. New Orleans, LA: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Southern Forest Experiment Station. 33 p.