Deep Root Fertilization

DEEP ROOT FERTILIZATION

Deep root fertilization applications are important for trees that grow in urban environments because these trees are often subject to stressful conditions like nutrient deficiency, soil compaction, low moisture availability, physical damage, construction, and competition from grass and other trees and shrubs.

Stressed trees are far more likely to fall victim to insect attacks, disease, fungus and other biotic disorders that could kill the tree. Fertilizing your tree will help keep it healthy and vigorous. The deep root fertilization method that we use is great for trees that are in need of nutrients and additional pore space in the soil.

There are many benefits to deep root fertilization, but the most notable is the immediate supply of needed nutrients for hungry trees. Our deep root fertilization program is custom made for your trees.

A soil sample will be taken to properly measure the existing macro and micro nutrients in the soil. Once we have determined the soil structure and existing nutrient content we will know how to amend the soil to better help the tree. We will make a custom blend liquid fertilizer or granule slow release into the trees critical root zone. We are able to offer traditional fertilizers and organic fertilizers as well that are made from worm castings.

Deep root injections are applied at a high psi between 2 to 8 inches deep for liquid or we dig holes 6-10 inches deep to pour the granule slow release, this is where the fibrous roots that are responsible for nutrient uptake are. The method will vary depending on species, needs and age of the tree.