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Soil Health and Organic Amendments: What Colorado Homeowners Need to Know
Most people think of tree care as pruning, watering, or fertilizing. But the truth is this:
The health of your soil is the foundation of the health of your trees. If the soil is compacted, lifeless, or low in organic matter—which is extremely common in Colorado—trees struggle no matter how much you water or fertilize.
Read MoreSoil Compaction in New Construction Sites
If you live in a recently built home—or are planning to plant a tree in a new development—you’ve probably noticed that landscape trees don’t always thrive the way they should. Even with watering, fertilizer, and good intentions, young trees often struggle, stunt, or decline early in new construction areas. In most cases, the underlying issue isn’t the tree—it’s the soil.
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