MapleGreen Now Offering Deep Root Fertilizing in GTA

TORONTO - March 5, 2019 - PRLog -- MapleGreen is proud to announce that we are offering deep root fertilizing services in the Greater Toronto Area. Deep root fertilizing is used to promote the health and stability of trees and shrubs, while also helping to build resilience from disease and insect infestation, competition of other trees, and stressful weather. In some cases, there are visible signs of nutrient deficiency such as leaf yellowing, premature needle defoliation, and tar spots, for example, which suggest that the affected tree requires nutrient replenishing. Various environmental factors such as soil quality, air pollution, and drought can also affect a tree's life. While some factors may be out of one's control, it is important to be proactive and consider replenishing much needed nutrients before a tree begins to decline in health.

While there are many ways to fertilize trees, MapleGreen advocates the slow-release method with liquid fertilizer, which is able to reach below the surface level. This type of fertilizing practice, after injecting the fertilizer into the ground, prevents trees and shrubs from receiving toxic amounts of fertilizer at one time. The rate that the fertilizer is released is dependent upon the soil and weather conditions, and how dissolvable the fertilizer ingredients are (maximum yield). As roots spread farther than the branches of the tree, it is also important to inject the fertilizer into the soil of the surrounding area of the tree. This form of fertilizing also aerates the soil, allowing water, oxygen, and fertilizer to be absorbed by the tree's roots more easily.

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Other methods of fertilizing include:
- Topdressing: applying fertilizer to the soil's surface, avoiding leaf contact
- Bottomdressing: applying fertilizer prior to planting
- Watering: applying liquid fertilizer onto the root area
- Foliar feeding: applying fertilizer directly to the plant's leaves, best to put underneath the leaves

When considering deep root fertilizing, it is recommended to consult a certified and knowledgeable arborist. They will firstly be able to inform you why the tree requires fertilization and secondly which fertilizer to use. Depending on why the tree is in decline, the arborist will recommend a fertilizer that contains Nitrogen (N), Phosphorous (P) and Potassium (K), the three main nutrients that trees require. Each nutrient provides different benefits to the tree. For instance, Nitrogen is known to promote new green and leafy plant growth. Phosphorous is helpful for assisting with root development, thus strengthening the plant, and increases flowering. Potassium is essential for building plant stress tolerance to the elements, disease, and insects. Each fertilizer contains a specific ratio of N, P, and K. Depending on why the tree is in decline the arborist will suggest a fertilizer to address the issues the tree is experiencing, and how often to fertilize. The type of fertilizer used is also specific to the type of tree (evergreen, fruit, or deciduous).

It is suggested to fertilize trees while they are dormant in early-to-mid spring and fall to prevent possible disease, infection, or decline. As trees have a large growth spurt in May, it is desirable to have nutrients available at this time so the tree can consume and use fertilizer for stem, trunk, and root growth. In late fall, trees use fertilizer not only for additional root growth but the tree will also store added nutrients to be used over the winter. It is possible that an excessive amount of fertilizer would not help the tree. Excess fertilizer may seem beneficial to promote further growth, however, this could potentially cause problems such as environmental pollution through runoff, plant deficiencies if the plant receives large amounts of certain nutrients vs. others, increased fungi growth, and complications for the tree to absorb water.