Strengthening trees from the ground up.
Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy tree. In urban and suburban environments, soil compaction, nutrient deficiencies, and poor drainage can all stress your trees' root systems. Our Soil & Root Health services address these issues using modern, tree-friendly techniques that improve the underground conditions without harming the tree.
The West Kootenays region presents unique soil challenges, from clay-heavy soils that compact easily to areas with thin topsoil over rocky substrates. Our variable climate, with wet winters and dry summers, can further stress root systems. Our soil health approaches are tailored to these local conditions, ensuring your trees develop robust root systems that can withstand our regional challenges.
One of our flagship services is air spading – a process of using a high-powered air tool to break up compacted soil around the root zone. This technique safely loosens soil without damaging roots, allowing better water infiltration and root respiration. We often follow up air spading with organic amendments like compost, biochar, and mycorrhizal fungi to boost soil health.
We also offer guidance on proper mulching and soil management: applying wood chip mulch over the root zone to conserve moisture, moderate soil temperature, and add organic matter as it breaks down.
Being able to identify soil issues early can save your trees from decline. Watch for these warning signs:
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