Development of grass root systems as influenced by soil compaction

Development of grass root systems as influenced by soil compaction

The roots of Premier sideoats grama seedlings do not penetrate a shallow compacted layer the first year. This restrictive layer, commonly found in cultivated fields being converted to grass, can be modified by tillage to permit grass roots to exploit the soil beneath these compacted layers to obtain...

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Published in:Journal of range management Vol. 25; no. 4; pp. 254 - 257
Main Authors: Fryrear, D.W, McCully, W.G
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: Society for Range Management 01-07-1972
Subjects:
Bouteloua curtipendula
Chisel plowing
Chisels
Compacted soils
Grasses
Plant roots
Planting
Plants
Root systems
Soil water
Tillage
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Summary:The roots of Premier sideoats grama seedlings do not penetrate a shallow compacted layer the first year. This restrictive layer, commonly found in cultivated fields being converted to grass, can be modified by tillage to permit grass roots to exploit the soil beneath these compacted layers to obtain nutrients and water.
ISSN:0022-409X
2162-2728
DOI:10.2307/3896905