Polymer gels for the protection of coniferous root systems from desiccation

Abstract

The results of the development of composite polymer materials for processing root systems of seedlings in order to increase the survival rate of forest crops are presented. It has been established that the type of target additives and the concentration of water-soluble polymers in the compositions for processing can significantly affect the physicochemical properties of the composites and moisture loss by root systems of seedlings. The optimal compositions of composite polymer materials for protecting the root systems of a number of conifers from drying out are given.