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Softwood Tree Identification and Silvics

Softwood Tree Identification and Silvics. To practice silviculture in Nova Scotia it is essential to recognize common trees. Once a tree is identified you can understand its rooting habit, windfirmness , associated species , favored growing sites and shade tolerance .

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Softwood Tree Identification and Silvics

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  1. Softwood Tree Identification and Silvics

  2. To practice silviculture in Nova Scotia it is essential to recognize common trees. • Once a tree is identified you can understand its rooting habit, windfirmness, associated species, favored growing sites and shade tolerance. • With this information you can make an informed decision about the trees on your woodlot.

  3. Silvicsand Field Identification Characteristics of Softwood Trees in Nova Scotia • The section includes a rough guide to help with identification. An average tree does not exist. • Trees we will be looking at or for are: • Silvics of Balsam Fir • Silvics of Black Spruce • Silvics of Eastern Hemlock • Silvics of Jack Pine • Silvics of Red Pine • Silvics of Red Spruce • Silvics of Tamarack • Silvics of White Pine • Silvics of White Spruce

  4. Balsam Fir

  5. Black Spruce

  6. Eastern Hemlock

  7. Jack Pine

  8. Red Pine

  9. Tamarack

  10. Red Spruce

  11. White Pine

  12. White Spruce

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