Pruning conifers in Ireland.

  • Brendan Fitzsimons Coillte Teoranta, Research Branch, Sidmonton Place, Bray, Co. Wicklow.
Keywords: Knot area ratio, ring width, growth rate, timber grading, pruning, loading capacity, conifers, silviculture.

Abstract

The case for pruning of conifers in Ireland is discussed and the financial implications considered. Pruning Tables produced for the major conifer species in Irish forests are described.
Published
1980-11-01
How to Cite
Fitzsimons, B. (1980) “Pruning conifers in Ireland.”, Irish Forestry. Available at: https://journal.societyofirishforesters.ie/index.php/forestry/article/view/9652 (Accessed: 21April2025).
Issue
Vol. 46, No. 1, 1989
Section
Articles