The Importance of Deep Root Fertilization

Of the world's 3 trillion trees, 228 billion of them grow in the United States. You have a few of them in your front or backyard, and you may have noticed that they are struggling to survive. Or maybe you just don't know how to maintain your trees, as much as you love having them surround your abode. 

One way to give your trees a boost is through deep root fertilization. You may not have ever heard of this treatment, but it's an important one. Here's why: 

1. Deep Root Fertilization Restores Nutrients to the Soil

During the summer season, your tree is likely to be growing. To do so, it pulls nutrients from the soil surrounding it to fortify it was it reaches toward the sky.

But if you bring in an expert tree service to perform a deep root fertilization, you'll restore these necessary nutrients to the ground. If you do this at the end of summer, it gives your tree the resources it needs to soak up and store so that it survives the cold months.

2. The Process is More Concentrated — and Better for the Planet

You can always apply fertilizer to the surface of your plants or right on the ground surrounding your tree. But this option can be detrimental to the environment.

Fertilizer run-off — or, fertilizer that gets washed away by rain and joins the water supply — can damage ecosystems. For example, it can cause toxic algal blooms to form in ponds, choking out the wildlife that relies on the water for oxygen. 

On the other hand, deep root fertilization delivers the necessary nutrients directly to where they're needed. The concentrated application means there is much less chance of a run-off, which protects the ecosystem in which you live.

3. Deep Root Fertilization Enlivens Urban Trees

Another reason why root fertilization is vital: it helps keep urban trees alive. If you've ever wondered how a tree planted in a sidewalk survives, there's a good chance it's fortified by this treatment. 

Compacted soil — whether it's an urban patch of dirt or one that sees lots of foot traffic — is not good for tree growth. It actually makes it harder for the soil to hold onto water and nutrients that a tree needs to grow. The best root fertilization can counteract this and keep a tree growing strong.

4. It Improves Soil Aeration

Finally, tree and shrub fertilization opens up the soil by way of aeration. This process prevents the compaction described above. It also allows oxygen into the soil and makes it easier for your tree to soak up the moisture and nutrients it needs. 

Of course, root fertilization delivers nutrients to the plant, too. But it's going to promote the lifespan of your tree by making the soil better for a longer stretch of time.

Call in the Deep Root Fertilization Pros

Now that you know the benefits of deep root fertilization, you may be ready to sign up your trees for this treatment. If so, we'd like you to consider enlisting our services. Click here to contact us and get started — your trees will thank you for it.