Site Preparation for Tree Planting in Agricultural Fields and Hardwood Forests
FNR-220: Site preparation is used to create favorable growing conditions for hardwood seeds and seedlings, and to facilitate tree planting operations. This publication provides information on site conditions that require site preparation in addition to the different site preparation methods....
FNR-221: This publication provides the landowners with an overview of some of the disease problems (or potential problems) associated with growing hardwood tree species in the Central Hardwood Region. Keywords: wildlife habitat, timber production, woodland restoration, watershed protection, fungal and...
A Guide to Legal and Genetic Terminology Used in the Sale of Hardwood Seeds and Planting Stock
FNR-222: Paying a premium for better genetics is not new to agriculture or to forestry in some parts of the United States, but paying a premium for genetically improved hardwood trees is new for most consumers. Genetic improvement efforts for...
FNR-223: This publication discusses planning the tree planting operation. It discusses the importance of planning, site inspections, making a plan, silviculture, and it provides a timeline for major planning and tree planting activities. Keywords: hardwood plantations, wood products, agronomy, crops...
FNR-224-W: A publication for landowners with wooded areas. Covers weed control strategies and related issues. Keywords: landowners, native woods, invasive woody species, seedling growth read publication
FNR-225: Many factors contribute to the success or failure of an enrichment planting operation. This publication outlines the seedling survival rates using the basic methods described in the publication. Keywords: Central Hardwood Region, ecology, biodiversity, forest management, trees read publication
Resources and Assistance Available for Planting Hardwood Seedlings
FNR-226-W: Successfully starting a tree plantation involves several steps, ideally starting with preparation a year or more before the seedlings are planted. Part of planning is finding sources of materials, information, and assistance. Planning, site preparation, planting, weed control, pruning,...
FNR-227-W: Gummosis is a defensive response of trees in which resinous gum is exuded and deposited on the bark. This response is widespread among plants and is prevalent in members of the Rosaceae (e.g., Prunus supp.). This group includes black...
Causes of Gummosis in Black Cherry (Prunus serotina)
FNR-229-W: Gummosis in black cherry is caused by a combination of factors that injure the tree, including physical damage, insect activity (especially from bark beetles and cambium miners), fungal infections (like Cytospora canker) and environmental stress. These factors damage the...
Invasive Plant Species in Hardwood Tree Plantations
FNR-230-W: This 25-page PDF describes 39 different invasive species that grow, spread aggressively, and displace native or desirable forest vegetation. These plants can degrade native food resources and cover for wildlife, threaten native plants, and be tough to control or...
