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Summary of monthly stem growth rates over two consecutive years at Site 2 (2004–2005). Although stem enlargement occurred in every month, the period April–September was characterized by larger increases. Given that xylem layers have clearly defined boundaries (see figures in [55]), these months identified the actual growing season.
