For a lot of tree issues, you can usually trace it back to damages in the trunk or roots. These can result from things like disturbed soils, bad planting, compact soil, or construction damage. The very unfortunate part is that when these damages occur, it might not be obvious until the tree starts showing signs of distress, which might not happen for a few years. If this is the case, it can be too late to help it. Avoiding these injuries to begin with is a great way to keep your trees happy and healthy, along with proper tree care. Our team here at Five Star Tree Services is going to go over some situations to watch out for that can damage your tree’s roots and trunk.
Tree Planting
When planting small trees, they can typically withstand being planted by someone who is not a professional. But when you want to plant large trees, these need to be done by professionals. They are much more temperamental and need to be planted just right; not too deep and not too shallow. Once planted, you need to make sure it is properly watered and to keep an eye out for girdling roots. If you see this, it needs to be treated immediately. You are going to experience any trunk or root problems; this usually happens within the first 10 years and can cause death if left untreated.
Construction
If you have any kind of construction close to your trees, there can be a potential for them needing to be removed. Make sure to check with your contractor before they begin working because if they all of a sudden need to remove a tree, this can be an additional cost that you weren’t planning for. Make sure to have a discussion with your contractor about their tree protection plan for your construction. A certified arborist should have helped them come up with this plan, otherwise, it probably won’t work correctly.
The tricky part about damage sustained by construction is that it can be completely hidden for things that are happening under the surface in the roots. Some things that can lead to death are changing grades, compacting soils, and severing roots. Sometimes, it’s a slow process of noticing that there is something wrong. It can take as long as 10 years after the construction damages happen for any noticeable signs to appear. By then, it’s usually too late and you will need to have your tree removed.
The Roots
Roots are a vital aspect to a tree, without them, there is no tree. They are the source of how it gets enough water to feed itself. This means that when the roots get damaged or injured, it creates stress for the tree. Unfortunately, damages to the roots are not always detectable and especially hard to fix. However, don’t lose hope because there are a few options you can try to help your tree. If caught in time, try using fertilizer to boost the nutrients it’s getting, add mulch on top to help it retain moisture and protect it from the sun, aerate around the roots to help it get enough oxygen, and give it enough water regularly. With luck, you will help to repair, or at least improve, any damaged roots.
How Five Star Tree Services Can Help
Avoiding any and all tree root damages is the only way to guarantee you have a happy and healthy tree. But when accidents happen, our team here at Five Star Tree Service is here to help! With our tree care services in Toronto, we can help spot any problems that are forming, come up with an action plan, and treat it so that it can be happy and healthy once again. If you are interested in our services, give us a call at (416) 990-3355 today!