Direct seeding, also referred to as direct sowing, is the process of sowing tree seed by hand or machine directly onto a seedbed in the final growing position for the woodland. It is a historic technique, for which there are numerous references1, some dating back to the 14th century. Although rarely used compared with planting, the technique has been practised in North America and Europe, and in recent years it has been used for both woodland creation and amenity tree and woodland establishment in the UK.
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