ABSTRACT: The selection of appropriate seed for restoration is a barrier to restoration success for many understory plant species which are important resources for wildlife. We aim to test whether current seed transfer guidance aligns with improved performance for native plants used in restoration of sagebrush steppe plant communities. This work will investigate the use of current of seed transfer guidance for selecting appropriate seed sources for restoration and will lead to improved restoration outcomes for understory species found in sagebrush steppe plant communities, which are valuable resources for wildlife. We will focus on the Northern Basin and Range ecoregion of the Great Basin Desert and will conduct a reciprocal transplant [...]
