Synopsis Tillering of established alfalfa plants was increased by anti‐auxin application and a short photoperiod, whereas tillering of seedlings was increased by long photoperiods. Soil moisture, light intensity, temperature, mineral nutrition, and cutting treatment altered bud and stem development concurrently as they affected vigor and over‐all growth.
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Cowett et al. (1962) studied this question.