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Frequent prescribed burns help young oaks thrive despite invasive grasses, study finds

  • April 3, 2026 at 12:50 AM
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Frequent prescribed burns help young oaks thrive despite invasive grasses, study finds
As winter comes to a close, many people look forward to warmer temperatures and spring blooms, but for land managers working to preserve or restore oak-dominated forests, it is prescribed burn season. Fire brings more light into forests, which is crucial for young oak tree growth, but many land managers are concerned about how non-native plants affect fire intensity and young tree survival rates.

Originally published at Phys.org

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