Naslov (eng)

Effects of a controlled-releas fertiliser on height growth of two-year-old transplanted (1+1) wild cherry (Prunus avium L.) seedlings

Autor

Ćirković-Mitrović, Tatjana
Vilotić, Dragica
Rebić, Milan
Brašanac-Bosanac, Ljiljana

Publisher

Opis (eng)

Abstract: Previous research has shown that, besides an appropriate species selection, the characteristics of planting material play a key role in the success of reforestation efforts. The application of fertilisation products in modern nursery production represents an important factor in producing high-quality seedlings. This study aimed to examine the effect of a controlled-release fertiliser, marketed under the commercial name Osmocote® Exact Standard 5–6 M, on the height growth and survival of two-year-old wild cherry (Prunus avium L.) transplants (1+1). Shoot height was measured at the beginning of the growing season, during the season, and at its end. Based on these measurements, the height increment and the survival rate of two-year-old transplanted seedlings were calculated. The results indicate a positive influence of the fertiliser on all examined parameters. The mean height at the end of the growing season was 68.8 cm in unfertilised seedlings compared with 80.4 cm in fertilised ones. The relative height increment in the second year amounted to 69.6% in unfertilised seedlings and 101.6% in fertilised seedlings. Thus, the application of controlled-release fertiliser can enhance height growth and improve the survival of wild cherry seedlings.

Jezik

engleski

Datum

2025

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Predmet

Keywords: transplanted seedlings, seedling growth, reforestation techniques, nursery production, Osmocote.

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