Midwest trees are showing signs of stress due to last year's extreme heat and subsequent drought. Symptoms such as premature leaf drop, bark splitting, leaves turning off color or thinning of the canopy, could mean that your tree is in distress. In addition, trees suffering from the previous year's drought can become an attraction for insects and diseases.

The trees root system is the key to its survival. Feeder roots, the small willowy roots just below the surface, collect water and nutrients for the entire tree. Without adequate moisture or nutrients, feeder roots can become damaged or die-off. There are measures that can be taken to help reverse the drought damage. Arborists recommend a root stimulator which is injected directly into the root area to help repair, increase and develop stronger roots. In addition, a deep root fertilization in the fall will continue to increase new growth while providing food for the tree throughout the fall and winter months.

Contact your local Arbor Masters® office to see how we can help your trees recover from the heat and drought of last summer. 

Before the crews could begin the installation, they had to install a massive steel support frame to secure the trench during the excavation. Once the well was complete, the crews were able to install the harvesting tank and water distribution system. When this project is finished, the water retention system will help conserve water by collecting and recycling rainwater for the irrigation system and landscaping.