Now is the time to prepare your ornamentals for the severe winter months ahead as autumn approaches. The trees you have on your land aren’t the same species as those in a natural forest. Trees in urban areas are subjected to a variety of stresses that are absent in forested areas. Construction, soil compaction, excessive heat, inadequate soil, and limited growth area are factors that lead to tree and shrub demise. Whenever you mow your lawn, you deprive the trees and bushes of valuable soil nutrients. So, our ISA-certified arborists in the Tri-Cities area share on the blog today whether trees and shrubs should be fertilized and the best time of year to do so to protect tree health.
Deep Root Fertilization
Our Bristol ISA-certified arborists provide deep root fertilization using a pressured water and fertilizer solution. We inject it into the ground using a steel needle with a specific tip. Trees and bushes will get water and fertilizer at the same time using this strategy. Together, the needle’s pressure and the sequence of holes it makes assist the release of compacted material. The slow-release nutrients, beneficial fungus and bacteria, and plant extracts in our organic liquid tree fertilizer are what set us apart from the competition. As the fertilizer decomposes, it releases the nutrients the plants need right away. Long term, the presence of these beneficial bacteria will ensure that the soil remains fruitful. Rather than merely giving nutrients, this organic fertilizer also works by modifying and enhancing the soil. So, there’s no need to worry about burning or fertilizing too much, and fertilization may be done more often.
The Best Time to Fertilize
To get the best results from fertilizing your trees and shrubs, wait until late summer or early autumn. Carbohydrates are being stored by plants for use in the upcoming winter and the springtime growth spurt. You could wait till spring, which is the next best alternative. Both the spring and autumn seasons are acceptable for submitting applications each year. Depending on your budget, our ISA-certified arborists in Johnson City may potentially fertilize every other year. Trees and shrubs benefit greatly from fertilization, whether they are ailing from drought, pest, disease, or seem to be in good condition. Well-nourished plants are more able to resist pests, illnesses, and even harsh weather effects.
ISA-Certified arborists in Kingsport, Johnson City, and Bristol, Tennessee
Your property’s trees are constantly under attack from a lack of nutrients due to environmental factors. Although many trees can survive without added fertilizer, they won’t thrive or flourish when growth season arrives. Deep root fertilization replenishes these essential nutrients and transfers them below the root zone, where the tree can consume them. If you have questions about tree and shrub fertilization or you would like to schedule professional fertilization services, please contact our Kingsport ISA-certified arborists at Promier Tree. Call us today at (423) 765-2626 or contact us online to submit a question or request an appointment for a tree health evaluation.