rockm
Spuds Moyogi
I've been curious about whether a collection technique that has been used on western pines would work with this species.
I've read that some collectors out there have enclosed smaller roots on pines they wants with plastic bags and sphagnum moss and left the tree to sort of ground layer over a period of time. The roots are bagged, then covered with soil to avoid overheating. Takes a year, probably more, but the bag and available moisture in it would stimulate the root to grow. The main problem, I'd think would be drainage, as the bag --I'd think--ould fill with water if not punctured prior to burial...
Haven't ever tried that, but it may offer a way forward with Va. pines in bad soil and running roots...
I've read that some collectors out there have enclosed smaller roots on pines they wants with plastic bags and sphagnum moss and left the tree to sort of ground layer over a period of time. The roots are bagged, then covered with soil to avoid overheating. Takes a year, probably more, but the bag and available moisture in it would stimulate the root to grow. The main problem, I'd think would be drainage, as the bag --I'd think--ould fill with water if not punctured prior to burial...
Haven't ever tried that, but it may offer a way forward with Va. pines in bad soil and running roots...