Roots play an essential role in a tree’s health and survival. Tree roots have four major roles; absorption of water and nutrients, storage of nutrients and food, anchoring a tree to the ground, and vegetative reproduction. Since it is the responsibility of tree roots to not only absorb life-supporting nutrients, food, and water, but to …
Typically, homeowners are under the impression that a recipe for a thriving tree is sunlight, good soil conditions, and water. 2018 has been a year of rain, with several severe storms, with most rain storms being heavy/saturating downpours. While watering plants and trees is key to their survival, and you may think these frequent downpours …
Identifying and being able to decipher the difference between insects you spot on your trees is not always easy, but it is important. Proper insect identification is often challenging because different pests can cause similar damages to your trees, and certain insects may resemble each other. Properly identifying the type of tree that they are …
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Pruning should be purposefully completed with the intentions of encouraging growth, increasing flowering or fruit production, improving overall health, removing damaged or dead limbs, and/or for aesthetic purposes. When it comes to tree pruning on your property, it’s recommended that you hire a professional who prunes in accordance with the American National Standard Institute (ANSI …
A typical soil contains about 50% pore space. The remaining 50% is made up of soil particles and organic matter. When soil is compacted, pore compression occurs. These pores would typically transport vital water and air to roots. When compacted, this transportation is stunted, often resulting in oxygen deficiency and impeding root growth. The …
Aphids are commonly found on indoor and outdoor plants and are sap-suckers that feed in clusters, especially on new growth. With approximately 4000 aphid species found throughout the world, effective treatment is important. Damage is prevalent in areas with heavy populations or infestations of this pest. Integrated pest management (or IPM) is a strategy that …