Aspects of the edaphic adaptation of gorse (Ulex europaeus L.) were investigated using field and glasshouse experiments. Variables compared included P and N supply, soil pH, frequency of cutting and stage of soil development. ...

The aim of this study was to assess the economics of controlling gorse in hill country by comparing the use of goat and sheep grazing with chemical control. The New Zealand environment has suited the growth of gorse (an ...

Recent proposals have been made to introduce biological agents to naturally regulate gorse (Ulex europaeus) in New Zealand (Hillcost-benefit analysis, 1986). Gorse is a serious scrub weed to both farmers and foresters, but ...