Collection Procedures Affect Germination of Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra L.) Acorns

Specifics of acorn collection procedures affect germination in northern red oak (Quercus rubra L.) and can be important in obtaining a sufficient acorn supply. Tree-collected acorns had better germination than ground-collected acorns. Acorns that sank during water flotation had a high germination percent regardless of whether they were tree or ground collected. Tree-collected floaters did not significantly lower germination than either tree- or ground-collected sinkers. Ground-collected floaters had the lowest germination. The original position of acorns in the tree crown had no significant effect on germination. Water flotation is recommended for all acorn collections. Tree Planters' Notes 37(3):8-12; 1986.

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Author(s): Ronald M. Teclaw, J. G. Isebrands

Publication: Tree Planters' Notes - Volumes 37, Number 3 (1986)

Section: General

Volume: 37

Number: 3