Stem Splitting and Cankering in Pacific Northwest Douglas-fir Seedlings
Stem splitting, most likely due to rapid seedling growth,can lead to significant nursery losses if the splits becomecankered from secondary infection. This paper describes the incidence and pattern of stem splitting and cankering. In addition, we offer discussion about the causes and con-trol of stem splitting and cankering.
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Author(s): Diane L. Haase, Nabil Khadduri, Thomas D. Landis
Publication: Forest Nursery Notes - 2007 Summer
Section: 124
