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Nutrient Deficiencies

Nutrient deficiencies can have a devastating impact on the health of a tree. The most common deficiencies in landscape trees are nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium. Some telltale signs of a lack of proper nutrition include a reduced amount of shoot growth and dieback of certain parts of the plant. One of the most problematic conditions…  more

Girdling Root Repair

Root girdling is when a tree’s roots grow around itself instead of away from its trunk, a process that results in a slow strangulation death that can take decades. By wrapping around the trunk, these roots severely limit the flow of water and other nutrients throughout the tree. They develop in trees that live their…  more

Soil Compaction & Amendment

The compaction of soil is one of the leading causes of tree death, especially in urban environments. Soil compaction makes it extremely difficult for water and oxygen to reach the tree’s roots, due to the fact that the soil’s particles are pressed too tightly together. It can be a result of a tree growing in…  more

Chlorosis Treatment

Chlorosis is a condition that affects trees, resulting in a lack of chlorophyll. An affected specimen experiences a yellowing of its leaves, while extreme cases can lead to a near absence of color. Because chlorophyll is an essential element of photosynthesis, the lessened amount of the biomolecule leads to diminished production of carbohydrates, which in…  more

Root Zone Aeration

The aeration of a tree’s root zone can become a necessary measure if the soil surrounding it has become too impacted. Closely clumped soil robs the tree of vital oxygen, creates a poor exchange of gases between the roots and soil, and eliminates beneficial soil organisms. These conditions often occur in urban environments, or in…  more