Harvesting and Cleaning Aspen Seeds

Production of aspen plants can be done in two ways; from root cuttings or from seeds. The former method is used to produce plants of a specific clone; and is generally used when selecting for high productivity. The latter method (from seed) is preferred for reclamation as it ensures that some of the genetic diversity found on natural sites is maintained. Although growing aspen from seeds is relatively straight forward, the harvest and handling of aspen seed is more exigent. This document provides the most up-to-date information regarding aspen seed harvest and handling methods.

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