The density analysis, growth
characteristics and genetic variability of natural regeneration of Scots pine
was conducted in eastern Poland. Densityof seedlings, their height and diameter in the root collar were measured.
Genetic variability was assessed by Inter-Simple Sequences Polymorphism (ISSR)
method. Density and growth characteristics of seedlings were higher at the
tiller area and furrow compared with non-scarified soil and ridge. The study
found no significant genetic variability between each other, which indicate
that different methods for soil preparation create different conditions.