Improving Transplant Success for Lapeer's New Tree Plantings

For new tree plantings in Lapeer, mycorrhizae fertilizer can significantly improve transplant success rates. The fungi help reduce transplant shock by quickly establishing a supportive network for water and nutrient uptake. This can be particularly beneficial for newly planted landscape trees, potentially increasing the survival rate of the trees.

Mycorrhizal fungi extend far beyond the root's physical reach, forming extensive networks known as mycelium. These networks increase the root's surface area for absorption, thereby facilitating greater uptake of water and nutrients.

This mechanism is particularly advantageous in urban environments where resources may be scarce or sporadically available. Trees inoculated with mycorrhizae at planting time often show faster establishment and better growth rates compared to non-inoculated trees. This can lead to quicker canopy development and earlier realization of the benefits that mature trees provide to urban areas, such as shade, air quality improvement, and aesthetic value.

Furthermore, mycorrhizae can help newly planted trees better withstand the stresses of urban environments, including soil compaction, drought, and temperature extremes. This increased resilience can lead to higher long-term survival rates and reduced need for tree replacement.

Mycorrhizae can be applied as a powder or mixed with water as a slurry and added to the planting hole when a new tree is being installed. If the tree is already planted, then mycorrhizae can be applied with a soil probe, like a deep-root fertilization treatment would be administered.

By incorporating mycorrhizae fertilizer into their tree planting practices, Lapeer's landscapers can enhance the success of their tree planting initiatives, creating a more vibrant and sustainable urban forest for the community.

Contact Owen Tree Service at 800-724-6680 to get a price to have a mycorrhizae application performed on your newly planted trees.