In boreal forests in Canada, broadleaf stands are characterized by generally well-drained
soils and a humus-rich layer. In contrast, spruce-moss stands are often characterized by …

Abstract Black spruce (Picea mariana (Mill.) BSP) is the most important commercial tree
species in the eastern boreal forest of Canada. Only limited work has been conducted to …

The composition of the bryophyte layer influences boreal forest regeneration and growth
through its effect on soil conditions. Canopy openings in boreal spruce stands can favor the …

A greenhouse trial was carried out to improve the knowledge of how forest organic matter
could be utilized in site preparation and the choice of planting spot for Picea abies (L.) Karst …

The surface of the soil in recently harvested or burned lowland black spruce (Picea mariana
(Mill.) BSP) sites is composed of a fine mosaic of different bryophytes (mostly Sphagnum …

On a site with a high water table and thick forest floor near Smithers, BC, two year-old
Interior spruce (Picea glauca (Moench) Voss X Picea engelmanni Parry) container seedlings …

The objective of this study was to determine if seedbed substrates consisting of F and H
organic matter and Ae and Bf mineral material inhibited seed germination and subsequent …

Open lichen woodlands (LWs) are degraded stands that lack the ability to regenerate
naturally due to a succession of natural and/or anthropogenic disturbances. As they …

White spruce is a commercially important tree species in Canada's boreal forest, and studies
are underway to determine the best conditions for planting nursery grown seedlings in the …

In 1953 a study was undertaken on the Penobscot Experimental Forest near Bangor, Me., to
investigate the effect of several seedbed treatments on Spruce (Picea rubens and P. glauca) …