Research for the Future: Germination Trials and New Species
After the most intensive sowing period, our team is now refocusing on research. In this phase, we have begun studying a range of new tree and shrub species with potential for ecological restoration. Among them are willowherb (Epilobium spp.), clematis (Clematis spp.), flowering ash (Fraxinus ornus), Pistacia terebinthus, juniper (Juniperus spp.), maple (Acer spp.), wild apple (Malus spp.), mock privet (Phillyrea spp.), and stone pine (Pinus pinea), among others.
Monitoring the Development of Direct Seeding: The Case of the Carob Tree
We continue monitoring the progress of the seedlings sown approximately a year and a half ago. These young plants have already withstood their first summer, winter, and part of the spring, and are now taking advantage of the current season to continue their vegetative growth, benefiting from the remaining soil moisture.
Progress on Germination Monitoring: First Field Observations
Over the past few weeks, we have begun monitoring the germination of all the seeds sown during the winter. We are currently finalizing the protocol for organizing and systematically recording these counts, which will officially begin next week and are expected to continue for approximately two to three weeks.