The effect of contrasting crown attributes in clonal Pinus taeda trees on forest growth, stand dynamics, and biomass distribution

Up-facing hemispherical picture of Clone A and B under wide and narrow spacing. Note the larger spaces for Clone B.

The primary objective of this study is to examine how the differing crown attributes produced by three clonal varieties and one family of loblolly pine (Pinus taeda) affect forest growth, biomass distribution, and stand dynamics. Here we report the contrast for two Clones: A and B

A secondary objective is to examine how these crown attributes correspond to the thinning response of the different genotypes.

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Comparing planted longleaf pine growth response to prescribed fire and mowing treatments

Mowing treatment at age 4.

Compare how early treatments of prescribed fire and mowing in planted longleaf pine (Pinus palustris) plantations differently affect pine growth.

Provide landowners with a better understanding of how silvicultural actions affect longleaf pine establishment and growth.

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