Legacy issues in post‐pine (Pinus pinaster) restoration environments: Weeds compromise seedling growth and function more than edaphic factors

Restoration of commercial pine plantations to native ecosystems is increasing globally. This study investigated the abiotic and biotic factors in a postpine ( Pinus pinaster ) ecosystem that could potentially limit successful restoration of highly biodiverse Banksia woodlands. Soil abiotic conditions were analysed across a 7‐year postpine chronosequence and compared with a reference Banksia woodland soil to assess soil legacy issues. Ten native...