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Roots rule

Roots rule

Roots are the life-line of any tree or shrub. Careful monitoring of these roots can prevent several problems.

How root problems develop
• Too much or too little moisture
• Poor soil drainage
• PH to high or low
• Planting improperly - too high or too low
• De icing salts
• Herbicide damage - weed control
• Construction on root damage
• Adding soil to roots
• Compaction (vehicles or pedestrians)

Warning signs of root problems
• Lack of root flare
• Fungal growths on roots or trunk
• Yellow, dwarf or light green foliage
• A heavy crop of berries, cones, or acorns
• Stunted twig growth
Most of a trees roots grow in the top 12" of soil. The fine roots are in the top 3-5" of soil.