by V Dervishi, W Poschenrieder, T Roetzer, A Moser-Reischl, H Pretzsch
Resource Type: Journal article
Source: Forests (2022) 13:641
Grades: Middle School and High School
The future of our urban forests is looking challenging, as climate change and unrelenting development threaten to take a serious toll on city trees. This global study dug deep into tree growth patterns, using tree ring data to reveal how different species respond to the drought and aridity that often come with urban living. The results were eye-opening – while some tough, drought-tolerant trees like black locust can tough it out, other more sensitive species like linden and oak really struggle, showing significantly stunted growth in arid conditions. The takeaway? Understanding these climate sensitivities is crucial for urban foresters working to build resilient green infrastructure that can withstand the challenges ahead.
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- Interesting to see the different responses of different species. Studies like this may help guide species choices.
- Cool geographical range of study sites.
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Topics: climate change, drought, growth, and tree rings
Features: charts, line graph, and regression lines