Fertilization and irrigation boost tree growth in nutrient-depleted soils.
The study looked at how fertilization and irrigation affect the growth of maritime pine seedlings. They found that fertilization and irrigation increased the availability of phosphorus in the soil, leading to better growth and nutrient uptake by the seedlings. Seedlings grown in soil previously fertilized and irrigated showed the strongest growth and nutrient absorption. This suggests that prior fertilization and irrigation practices can impact the ability of plants to access nutrients in the soil.
