A healthy root environment is one of the major factors in a tree’s overall health.
There are many factors to consider when examining the conditions of a tree’s root zone.The soil structure, irrigation and drainage, available nutrition, soil pH, etc. As a general rule, trees tend to need less added fertilization (depending on soil conditions) than bushes or shrubs. Sometimes fertilization can harm a tree that is already struggling or in a spirial of decline. For example: If the pH in the soil isn’t right for the tree species it may have enough nutrients but be unable to uptake them, causing further damage.
Our soil analysis studies include:
- Physical properties
- Soil texture
- Structure and pore space
- Chemical properties
- Biological properties
- Properties of moisture retention
- Soil improvement
- Tree nutrition and fertilization
The essential elements including:
- macronutrients ~ fertilizer analysis and requirements nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium(K)
- secondary nutrients ~ 17 additional minerals
Water irrigation management practices that prevent anaerobic (absence of oxygen) soil conditions:
- water conservation
- drainage
Aren’t sure if your tree needs fertilizers or added nutrients? Please contact us.