As summer heats up, learn invaluable insights on how to protect trees through smart watering practices, soil health, and the implications of California Assembly Bill 1572. In this episode of "Rooted in Care," hosts Chantel Davis and Buddy Marshall welcome Wister Dorta, the Western Regional Technical Specialist at Arborjet, to discuss the critical issue of drought stress in trees.

We cover:

1. Common misconceptions about tree irrigation
2. The importance of preventative maintenance
3. The hidden impacts of drought stress on tree health. 

Learn practical tips for identifying early signs of drought stress, the significance of soil treatments, and how to adapt irrigation systems for optimal tree care. Through education and proactive measures, maintaining healthy trees in challenging environmental conditions is possible. Tune in for expert advice that will help you nurture your landscape and promote a sustainable environment.

References: 

Soil aerification – Supersonic Airknife

https://arborjet.com/product-categories/specialty-solutions/pneumatic-soil-excavation/

Soil injection (irrigation and soil health) – shortstop mention

https://arborjet.com/products/accuflo-soil-injector-isd/

https://arborjet.com/product-categories/plant-growth-regulation/

water mgmt/hydretain

https://arborjet.com/problems-solutions/water-management/

https://arborjet.com/product-categories/soil-moisture-management/

Arbor RX

https://arborjet.com/product-programs/arbor-rx/

BIOMP & Enviroplex:

https://arborjet.com/product-categories/fertilization-soil-enhancement/soil-conditioners/

SeaXtra/Cytogro:

https://arborjet.com/product-categories/fertilization-soil-enhancement/biostimulants-seaweed-extracts/

Salts in soil:

https://arborjet.com/product-categories/fertilization-soil-enhancement/soil-remediation/

usgs:

https://www.arcgis.com/apps/View/index.html?webmap=38a93357a08b4f6d94d7e07a424fafd5

https://websoilsurvey.nrcs.usda.gov/app/