Studies on Physico Chemical Properties of Soil in Tree Arboretum of UAS GKVK Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Abstract

The Arboretum UAS GKVK (Bengaluru) was established in the year 1987 by the Department of Forestry with the main goal to establish a social forest and the best use of wasteland. Introduction of species involves adaptation, productivity and success in new types of environmental conditions but these there tree species are indigenous to India and they are more vigorous in adaptation in general, each plant species has specific requirements for the soil-ecological environment. If plants are to grow to their potential, they must be provided by a satisfactory soil environment. On the other hand, inappropriate conditions may limit or