The Perils of Planting Too Deep
In the world of landscaping our professionals often come across a problem that leads to the gradual decline of trees in landscapes. It’s not some mysterious disease, it’s about the depth at which these trees are planted and the roots that wrap around them. Planting trees too deep can create several issues, like squeezing and strangling the roots, depriving the tree of vital water and nutrients. We’ll explore these problems and learn why it’s important to plant trees correctly.
Why Deep Planting is a No-Go
Imagine if you were trying to drink water through a straw, but someone kept squeezing it in the middle. That’s a bit like what happens when trees are planted too deep. You see, the tree’s vascular tissue, which carries nutrients and water, is primarily found in the bark. Roots, on the other hand, have their vascular tissue in the center. This difference means that roots can join with roots and stems with stems, but it also means roots can strangle a tree’s stem.
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