| Abstract: | Most of reforestation projects have not been successful in the low‐mountain region of the Jinsha River Basin, which has a harsh environment (high temperatures and lack of available water). Analysis of few successful reforestation cases in Yuanmou, Yunnan Province of China, a typical semiarid region of the Jinsha River Basin, reveals that a holistic approach is needed for successful reforestation in the region. Techniques of tree planting need to be taken into account to ensure normal growth during the early stages after transplanting from the nursery in such a dry and hot environment. More important are the follow‐up management of trees and the implementation of management policies in reforestation areas, of which after‐care and forest watching are important measures. Copyright © 2002 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. |
