This is the diagnostic plant community for this site. Oak species and sugar maple are the dominant canopy tree species. This site is naturally dominated by stable, uneven-aged forests with the canopy dynamics being driven by gap-phase regeneration. This lends towards the canopy containing a diverse number of species.
This phase is characterized by the removal of the more marketable tree species, primarily oaks and black walnut, and occasionally tulip-tree. The resulting tree species, tulip-tree, hickory species, and ash become the dominant species in the canopy.
This state is characterized by the conversion of the site to agricultural use. Most common practice is a corn and soybean rotation of various types. A small poriton of the historic acres are used for forage and pasture.
Removal off trees and other wood species. Install drainage system (if warranted), prepare the site for planting the agricultural crop, and regular agricultural practices.
Removal off trees and other wood species. Install drainage system (if warranted), prepare the site for planting the agricultural crop, and regular agricultural practices.
Removal of drainage system (if warranted), site preparation, and tree planting.
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