Deep root fertilization is a specialized treatment where we use high-pressure injection equipment to deliver a liquid nutrient blend directly into the soil at a depth of 6 to 12 inches. In Northwest Louisiana, this method is far more effective than surface fertilization because it bypasses the dense, compacted red clay that often prevents water and nutrients from reaching the feeder roots.
Your tree likely needs deep root fertilization if you notice signs of stress or if it lives in the typical clay soils of Shreveport and Bossier City. Common indicators that your tree requires a professional health assessment include:
Because we have over 40 years of experience serving Northwest Louisiana, we understand that our hot summers and periodic droughts rapidly deplete soil nutrients. We start with a soil nutrient analysis to evaluate pH and levels of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. This allows our certified arborists to create a custom, species-specific plan tailored to your property. By delivering nutrients directly to the root zone, we encourage deeper root development, which significantly improves your tree’s drought resilience and overall vitality.
While antibiotic injections cannot cure a scorched tree, they are an effective management tool for suppressing the disease and slowing its progression. Bacterial leaf scorch, caused by the pathogen Xylella fastidiosa, is a chronic and incurable condition. Professional oxytetracycline antibiotic…
In maple trees, bacterial leaf scorch presents with several distinct indicators that affect both the foliage and the overall structure of the tree. The primary symptoms include: These symptoms are often more pronounced in trees that are already under environmental…
Identifying crape myrtle bark scale (CMBS) involves looking for specific physical markers and secretions on the tree’s woody tissue. According to Miller Tree Service and the LSU AgCenter, you can identify an infestation by following these steps: Early identification is…
Based on the expert guidance from Miller Tree Service and research from the LSU AgCenter, the most effective treatments for crape myrtle bark scale (CMBS) include both systemic insecticides and organic options: Timing is critical for these treatments. Systemic drenches…
Yes, a heavily infested crape myrtle can be saved through a strategic, multi-step recovery plan. While a tree under heavy stress may experience twig dieback and stunted blooming, professional intervention can reverse this decline and restore the tree’s vitality. To…
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