Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
PAKISTAN JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES, cilt.62, sa.2, ss.197-204, 2025 (SCI-Expanded)
This study aimed to investigate the effects of ash utilization on the morphological characteristics of Kurrajong (Brachychiton populneus Schott.) and Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris L.) seedlings. The appropriate handling and use of waste materials is a critical issue in promoting environmental sustainability. Therefore, it is essential to explore alternative waste management methodologies, such as studying the impact of ash on plant growth. In this research, we applied various types of growing media and ash to Kurrajong and Scots pine seedlings. We evaluated the morphological attributes of the seedlings using parameters such as seedling height, root collar diameter, fresh and dry weight of stem and root, Dickson quality index, and sturdiness quotient. The seedlings in the control group and those subjected to different ash treatments exhibited significant differences at a 99.9% confidence level. The results indicated that ash utilization positively influenced the morphological attributes of Kurrajong and Scots pine seedlings. Moreover, the application of ash seemed to have a beneficial effect on seedling length, root collar diameter, and seedling weight. This research introduces an innovative waste management strategy by evaluating the impact of ash on plant growth, thereby highlighting the potential use of waste materials as alternative growing media.