Pines: Although Pines are sometimes considered a plant without special fertilizer needs, boron deficiency has been found especially in acid rocks soil and soil with coarse textures. The damage of boron deficiency is associated with drought conditions. Less growth is the immediate consequence. The addition of boron is recommended for: Prevention of dieback Faster growth Better drought resistance Good leading shoots Eucalyptus: One of the main advantages of the Eucalyptus is its fast growth. The importance of boron in the development of meristems has a direct impact on this. Boron applications to soil have shown increases in diameter, height and volume of the trees. From the economical point of view the result has been of high profits. In addition to that, some companies are reporting a higher pulp productivity rate when wood is from trees without boron deficiency. Ensuring adequate boron delivers: Faster growth Increase of yield (diameter, height and volume) Better resistance to dry conditions due to the improvement of the root system Straight timber Higher quality of the wood Resistance to frost conditions Less sensibility to fungus attacks.

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