Influence of soil compaction on the growth of silver fir (Abies alba Mill.) under a forest canopy

Kormanek, Mariusz; Banach, Jacek; Leńczuk, Dawid

doi:10.12775/eq.2015.022

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“…[53], F. sylvatica L. [54], Abies alba Mill. [55], and Quercus robur L. [38]. The results of the present study also confirm this relationship because the obtained Pearson's r coefficient was positive and statistically significant (r = 0.668; p < 0.05).…”

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Effect of Peat-Perlite Substrate Compaction in Hiko V265 Trays on the Growth of Fagus sylvatica L. Seedlings

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The growth of seedlings depends on many factors: the availability of light, water, and minerals, as well as the type and physical properties of the substrate, including its density. The effect of different levels of compaction of the peat-perlite substrate on the growth of European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) seedlings in container nursery has not been investigated so far. In presented research, nine variants of peat-perlite substrate compaction (in three replications), with the actual bulk density ranging between 0.196 and 0.317 g·cm−3, were prepared in Hiko V265 nursery trays. European beech seeds were sown in the trays, and a seedling was grown in the production field. After the cultivation period, selected parameters were measured. The results reveal that substrate in a wide range of compaction (dry bulk density: 0.078–0.127 g·cm−3) had an impact on the height of seedlings, root dry matter, and the mean length of coarse roots and fine roots. The best shoot-to-root ratio and sturdiness quotient were observed in the seedlings growing on the substrate with the lowest compaction. Based on the results, compaction at the level of 0.196 g·cm−3 is recommended for the cultivation of European beech in Hiko V265 nursery trays.

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Effect of Peat-Perlite Substrate Compaction in Hiko V265 Trays on the Growth of Fagus sylvatica L. Seedlings

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“…In contrast, the dry mass of shoots, roots, and whole seedlings exhibited positive correlations with substrate density (excluding spruce) and penetration resistance. Similarly, in an experiment with Pinus sylvestris, the dry mass of needles, shoots, and roots increased with higher substrate density [66], while in the case of Abies alba Mill., the dry mass of shoots showed a similar trend [67]. Zahreddine et al [68] also reported an increase in the dry mass of Pinus nigra Arn.…”

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Effect of Changing Substrate Density and Water Application Method on Substrate Physical Properties and Container-Grown Seedling Growth

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The quality of container-grown seedlings is influenced by the air and water properties of the substrate. These properties are closely tied to the amount and frequency of water supplied through sprinkler systems in nurseries, as well as the density of the substrate in the container cells. Throughout the entire growing season, this study examined how various parameters of Scots pine, Norway spruce, European beech, and pedunculate oak seedlings cultivated in HIKO V120SS and V265 containers were affected by two factors. Firstly, the study analyzed the impact of increased substrate density when filling the containers. Secondly, it explored the precise dosing of water applied by the sprinkler system, which was determined based on substrate sensors and meteorological conditions surrounding the seedlings. The results revealed that increased substrate compaction led to a long-term reduction in air capacity and an increase in water capacity within pine, spruce, and beech containers. However, oak seedlings were not affected by the increased substrate density. Additionally, the higher density of the compacted substrate positively influenced the growth parameters of pine seedlings but did not affect the other species. As a result, the current substrate compaction level used in the nursery where the measurements were taken appears to be optimal for spruce, beech, and oak seedlings. Furthermore, precise control over the amount of water applied during irrigation allowed for a reduction in water consumption by about 8%. This control also resulted in improved seedling sturdiness quotient and a more developed root system in the case of pine seedlings. However, no significant differences were observed for the other species.

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“…However microorganisms associated with silver fir have not been fully studied and recognized, especially in Poland. So far, stand regeneration (Filipiak and Komisarek 2005), eutrophication (Lasota et al 2015), effects of soil properties, and preparation on the growth of trees (Kuceravá et al 2013, Kobala et al 2015, Kormanek et al 2015 Table 1. Taxa occurring in the communities of soil fungi, which share in the collection exceeded 0.01% Dominant taxa are marked in bold.…”

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The soil fungal communities in nurseries producing Abies alba

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Silver fir is an important forest-forming species in the mountain and upland parts of Poland. It was determined that fir lost the possibility of spontaneous return to the forests of the region. That is why the Polish State Forests has launched a programme to restore its resources in the Sudetes. Until now, fungi and their relationship with fir have not been fully addressed in the Sudetes Restitution Programme, therefore this study was undertaken. The aim of this study was to determine the species composition of soil fungi from quarters producing silver fir seedlings. The research material was rhizosphere soil collected from 3-year-old saplings produced in forest nurseries of the Międzylesie Forest District. Fungal composition was determined by Next-Generation sequencing (Illumina NextSeq 500). The total number of OTUs obtained (638 435) included sequences of cultivated horcultured fungi (433 412 OTUs = 52.7%), non-cultivable fungi, that is which cannot be cultured (97 108 OTUs = 22.41 %) and potential fungi with no reference sequence in UNITE (73 419 OTUs = 16.93%) and non-fungal organisms (34 496 = 7.96%). The following taxa as Mortierella sp. (8.23%). Tylospora sp. (6.68%) and Russula sp. (3.76%) had the largest share in the soil fungal communities. The results of the study indicate the dominance of saprotrophic and mycorrhizal fungi in the communities of fir roots, which proves that saplings are of good quality. Small share of pathogens sequences suggests that soil-born fungal pathogens are not a major threat to fir seedlings in nurseries. Key words: mycorrhizal fungi, nursery, Abies alba, seedlings, Międzylesie Forest District.

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Influence of soil compaction on the growth of silver fir (Abies alba Mill.) under a forest canopy

Cited by 6 publications

References 14 publications

Effect of Peat-Perlite Substrate Compaction in Hiko V265 Trays on the Growth of Fagus sylvatica L. Seedlings

Effect of Peat-Perlite Substrate Compaction in Hiko V265 Trays on the Growth of Fagus sylvatica L. Seedlings

Effect of Changing Substrate Density and Water Application Method on Substrate Physical Properties and Container-Grown Seedling Growth

The soil fungal communities in nurseries producing Abies alba

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