In Jalhay, this is a reforestation project where PlantC supports 2,000 trees. Ten species have been planted.
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Jalhay Reforestation in Detail
It is a reforestation project where PlantC supports 2,000 trees. Ten species are planted on the site.
- Common Alder: 1,425 individuals
- Koekelare Pine: 275 individuals
- Scots Pine: 275 individuals
- Sessile Oak: 125 individuals
- Beech: 300 individuals
- European Larch: 575 individuals
- Corsican Pines: 1,000 individuals
- Atlas Cedar: 825 individuals
- Douglas Fir: 750 individuals
- Spruce: 750 individuals
This combination consists of deciduous and coniferous species and is part of a reforestation of a coniferous plot post-bark beetle.
Using a diversity of species is beneficial for avifauna (flowers, fruits, and acorns, food sources for birds, insects, and small mammals, for example). When leaves fall, humus is generated, and root systems are complementary. This will impact the recycling of deep elements, the biological activity of the soil, the fixation and structuring of the soil.
- Planting period: Winter 2021-2022.
- Survival rate verified.
- 258.47 tons of CO2 sequestered over 30 years.
Project conducted in partnership with the Royal Forestry Society of Belgium.
Visit to the Jalhay Plot in 2024
This plot, measuring almost 3ha, was planted in winter 2021 following a bark beetle infestation. Below the plot is a small stream, which allows for the planting of common alders, a species that thrives in wet conditions.
Forest soil is of paramount importance and dictates which species are suitable. We observed this on the plot. The owner attempted to plant some sequoias in the same location as the alder, and they ALL died. Indeed, the tree requires rich, deep, and cool soils, but the constant humidity in the area may have caused issues.
For the rest of the planting, the deciduous trees are doing well. Indeed, the owner, accompanied by a forestry expert, chose to plant sessile oak and to place beech trees around each oak to protect it. A winning bet? We will see in a few years!
What did not work as well was the planting of Douglas firs in the area. Indeed, the pressure from game, particularly roe deer and red deer, is so significant in the area that all trees are browsed or rubbed.
What worked very well was the planting of Scots pines and Koekelare pines. They are reaching an extraordinary size for their age, and the majority of specimens are healthy! There is even natural regeneration of Scots pine among the deciduous trees, isn’t that wonderful?
