The following is a listing of most commonly used seedling spacing and their corresponding trees per acre recommended for reforestation purposes:
| Spacing by Feet | Trees per Acre |
|---|---|
| 6 X 10 | 726 |
| 6 X 12 | 605 |
| 7 X 10 | 622 |
| 7 X 12 | 519 |
| 8 X 8 | 680 |
| 8 X 10 | 544 |
| 8 X 12 | 454 |
| 9 X 9 | 538 |
| 9 X 10 | 484 |
| 10 X 10 | 435 |
The following is a listing of most commonly used seedling spacing and their corresponding trees per acre recommended for wildlife enhancement :
| Spacing by Feet | Trees per Acre |
|---|---|
| 10 X 10 | 435 |
| 10 X 12 | 363 |
| 12 X 12 | 302 |
| 13 X 13 | 258 |
| 14 X 14 | 222 |
| 15 X 15 | 194 |
NOTE: If tree planting is funded under a federal or state cost-share program, a minimum of 300 well-spaced seedlings per acre must be present after the first growing season.
Spacing for Lespedeza (Attaway) when planting for Quail Habitat Enhancement
20' X 200' on a 2' X 3' Spacing = 666 Seedlings
20' X 400' on a 2' X 3' Spacing = 1,333 Seedlings
Plant 2' in rows and 3' between rows.
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