Tree Planting. Tree planting generally involves hand planting nursery-grown tree seedlings directly into the soil, ensuring good contact between the soil and roots. Tree seedlings will be hand planted in even-aged management areas including landings during the first winter following completion of a THP. Planting will be postponed only if site preparation is necessary but cannot be completed prior to the planting season. The summer after initial planting, Green Diamond surveys planted areas to determine seedling survival rates and, where necessary to achieve desired stocking, will plant additional seedlings during the following winter. At age 2, a more detailed stocking survey will be done and, if necessary, additional trees are planted.
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Sources: Aquatic Habitat Conservation Plan and Candidate Conservation Agreement With Assurances, Aquatic Habitat Conservation Plan and Candidate Conservation Agreement With Assurances