Generally, the young stumps of broad-leaved trees produce more sprouts than the stumps of older trees which have stood for some time.

Among the cone-bearing trees reproduction by sprouts is rare.

The redwood of California is one of the few exceptions.

The pitch pine of the Eastern States produces many sprouts, few of which live and develop into marketable timber.
When trees are grown in nurseries, the practice is to sow the seed in special beds filled with rich soil.

Lath screens are used as shade.