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The proposed seed mixtures include a number of tree and shrub species which, in combination with natural re- <br />invasion, should be effective in reestablishing both the herbaceous and woody components of the affected plant <br />. communities. In the unlikely event however, that woody species reestablishment from seed and natural re-invasion <br />is determined to be inadequate based on early revegetation monitoring, TCC may se]ectively utilize supplemental <br />transplanting to increase woody plant densities and reestablish the woody plant component. Adaptive nursery stock <br />seedlings will be planted in the spring while in a dormant state. Seedlings will be placed along with slow-release <br />fertilizer, soil tamped azound the seedlings, and each plant will be watered. <br />Mulching <br />Mulch is defined in Rule 1.04 as a material that aids in soil stabilization, promotes soil moistwe conservation and <br />encourages plant germination and growth. Numerous studies have shown that topsoil itself is highly effective as a <br />mulch, due to its ability to control erosion and assist in moisture conservation (Power et al. 1974; USDA-ARS- <br />NDSU ] 975; Dollhopf et al. 1977). It is the opinion of TCC that mulch in the form of an organic plant material <br />residue is unnecessary to achieve the three regulatory goals of controlling erosion, promoting germination and <br />increasing soil moisture content. TCC contends that, under the definition of mulch set forth in Rule 1.04, the <br />reapplication of topsoil, as provided by this reclamation plan, satisfies the requirement for mulch set forth at Rule <br />• <br /> <br />TR06-52 2.05-1]2.1 02/17/06 <br />