Abstract
In order to evaluate the effectiveness of different surface treatments and topsoil application, recovery of vegetation was investigated in a rehabilitated quarry site at Skilpadberg in Namibia's section of the Succulent Karoo Biome in southern Africa. Only topsoil application resulted in regrowth of plants in deeply excavated areas, whereas loosening soil compaction through ripping, and even seeding showed no positive results. Areas with shallow excavations, in turn, showed re-establishment of plants, even without topsoil application, and the depth of excavation is expected to be an important factor determining the natural recovery potential of disturbed sites.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
