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Long-Range Urban Reforestation

Martin Bemis and Rena Weichenberg
Arboriculture & Urban Forestry (AUF) July 1984, 10 (7) 204; DOI: https://doi.org/10.48044/joa.1984.10.7.204
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In Prospect Park, an historic Omsted-Vaux masterpiece of five-hundred and twenty-six acres, horticulturists working out of the park administrator’s office are attempting to create a continuum of healthy trees for future park users. One specific project is the reforestation of a 9.5 acre woodland area located in the center of the park, and as such, subject to severe urban stress. Although tulip, oak, sweetgum, and elm trees lend this woodland its forest character, invasive plant species such as Norway maples and black cherries make up the majority of the young growth. Unless combative measures are taken this area will, in future years, be characterized by weed trees. Our goal is to prevent this by using spot reforestation; the clearing of small pockets of invasive material and replanting with desirable species. Using trees and understory materials suitable to the given soil and microclimate, we intend to gear the forest’s development into one of a natural succession. A 100% inventory of existing plant materials (tree and shrubs) was undertaken to determine the precise make-up of the forest. The trees were categorized according to desirability, condition, and wildlife interest. In the spring of 1984, the initial selective thinning and plantings using native trees, 2-2½” caliper, will be carried out. These plantings mark the beginning of an ongoing planting and maintenance program to insure that future generations will be able to enjoy this beautiful woodland.

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