Which two environmental features must be considered when developing a vegetation management plan?

In developing a vegetation management plan, it is crucial to consider soil texture and depth to bedrock as they directly influence the growth conditions for vegetation. Soil texture refers to the size of the soil particles and affects water retention, nutrient availability, and aeration. Different textures can support varying types of vegetation based on their ability to hold moisture and nutrients.

Depth to bedrock is also significant because shallow bedrock can restrict root growth and water infiltration, resulting in different vegetation dynamics compared to locations with deeper soils. These two factors together provide essential information about the potential for successful plant growth and the types of vegetation that can be sustained in a given area.

Other environmental features such as soil salinity and moisture or surface area and vegetation type might also play a role in vegetation management but do not provide the same foundational understanding of soil-based support systems that are critical for determining suitable vegetation types and management practices.