Review on Progress in Vegetation Close-to-Nature Recovery

Close-to-Nature recovery mode was an effective means of the Close-to-Nature forestry theory for vegetation restoration. In this paper, a description is made of the concept of Close-to-Nature recovery mode and recent history of Close-to-Nature restoration forestry, focusing on ways and principles to Close-to-Nature recovery mode. Based on the summary application status at home and abroad, it was proposed that the study of Close-to-Nature recovery against grassland desertification should be strengthened, in order to promote sandy grassland restoration of native vegetation and enhance species diversity, prevent soil erosion, dust storms or other natural disasters.