This publication focuses on even aged, fully stocked, Douglas-fir
stands. Because of fire history and past harvesting patterns, such stands
dominate west of the Cascades throughout much of Oregon, Washington,
and northern California. Stand volumes and dollar values will be
different for other species.
Recently reforested sites revegetate quickly after timber harvesting.
Competition for essential growth elements—sunlight, moisture, and
nutrients—often depresses the vigor and survival of the desired
crop trees. Competition comes from grasses, broadleaf weeds called forbs,
shrubs, or less valuable tree species.
Voles, or meadow mice as they’re commonly called, can cause significant economic damage to conifer seedlings on reforestation sites and Christmas tree plantations.
Successful reforestation of your harvested timberland is more than just
planting a few trees and hoping they will grow. To ensure success,
you first must answer several key questions:
• What species should I plant?
• What kind of seedlings should I select?
• How can I tell whether their...
Western hemlock forests in the coastal areas of Oregon are some of the most productive and diverse forests in the world. This rich diversity represents both a challenge and an opportunity for woodland owners interested in managing western hemlock on their property.
Successful regeneration of forest stands often requires that crop trees be released from competing vegetation. This publication provides basic information on how to determine if release is necessary and methods for release.
Published January 1973. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog
Reprinted January 1993. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog
Published August 1997. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog