Deep Root Fertilization
Deep root fertilization is a method of applying fertilizer to the roots of plants, rather than just the topsoil. This is done by using a specialized fertilizer injector that injects the fertilizer into the soil at a depth of 6-12 inches. Deep root fertilization helps to promote deep rooting, which makes plants more drought tolerant and resistant to pests and diseases.
Benefits of Deep Root Fertilization
There are several benefits to deep root fertilization:
- It helps plants to develop deep roots, which makes them more drought tolerant and resistant to pests and diseases.
- It can help to improve the quality of the soil by increasing the water infiltration rate and reducing erosion.
- It can help to reduce the amount of fertilizer used.
- It can help to improve the appearance of plants by making them greener and healthier.
Nutrient management is one of the most basic principles in keeping your trees and shrubs healthy and beautiful.
Most of the trees found in the Denver area are east coast forest trees that are used to lots of moisture and loamy soils rich in micro-organisms and organic matter.
As you know Denver is dry and we have very compacted, alkaline clay soil. And to makes things worse, most of us bag our lawn clippings and rake our leaves. These practices diminish most of the potential nutrient cycling that takes place in a trees natural environment.
Most people are under the assumption that when a tree is fertilized it should show signs of rapid growth. They correlate this expansive growth with overall tree health. Studies have shown this is not the case. This expansive growth can attract insects and feed bacterial and fungal diseases. A proper fertilization program maintains normal growth rates while providing larger leaves, deeper leaf color, larger and more colorful flowers, improved soil and root stimulation.
Donovan Arborists has developed an organic-based Deep Root Fertilization Program that accomplishes these goals. We use high end products that add organic matter to our compacted, clay soils.
In every tank, we include Essential Plus which “combines, in one formula, essential amino acids, sea kelp, humic acid, yucca extract, rooting hormones, fermented plant extracts, vitamins, enzymes, magnesium, calcium and more. Each ingredient is of the highest quality and was selected for its complementary and synergetic treatment benefits.”
Deep root fertilization is a beneficial fertilization technique that can help plants to grow healthier and more drought tolerant. If you are looking for a way to improve your fertilization practices, deep root fertilization is a good option to consider.