Roots, Soil, Mulch, and Site Conditions

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By Eric Putnam April 17, 2026
This is blog 2 covering the toxic allelopathic relationship between trees and grasses. In this blog, we focus on trees in distress and how that affects things.
By Eric Putnam January 2, 2026
Mulching can be a valuable asset to trees if applied properly, in this blog you'll out to if your trees are properly mulched. And how to fix them if not!
By Eric Putnam October 21, 2025
The roots are arguably one of the most important part of the tree, read this blog to learn how you can protect them during construction!
By Eric Putnam June 30, 2025
While often used to prevent tree roots from interfering with sidewalks and foundations, they can cause significant damage. This blog explores how root barriers disrupt natural root systems, lead to structural instability, and interfere with soil and water dynamics.
By Eric Putnam October 1, 2024
In many landscapes, trees and grass coexist, but not always harmoniously. It is a common misconception that grass does not grow under the trees canopy due to the shade or lack of sun, which is simply incorrect. check out this blog to learn about a trees natural allelopathy.
By Eric Putnam September 9, 2024
Tree girdling is a common condition plaguing many urban trees, often going unnoticed until significant damage has been done. In this blog you'll get a greater understanding of what tree girdling is and how to avoid it.
By Eric Putnam August 19, 2024
A common concern among our customers is the impact of tree roots on their yards, particularly regarding the health of their driveways and sidewalks and maintaining the overall aesthetic appeal. In this blog, we'll explore the reality of how roots interact with concrete and structures, as well as the crucial role a tree's root system plays and why it is so essential to the life of the tree.
By Eric Putnam April 23, 2024
The dry and hot conditions of Houston’s summers are hard for even the most resilient of trees to survive. Our Board Certified Master Arborist, Eric Putnam, has compiles a list of 7 tips that can help ensure your beloved trees stay healthy during this trying time.
By Eric Putnam April 4, 2024
It's important to keep your trees in mind during the construction process, let us help you help preserve your trees!
This image shows someone picking up mulch with gloves because it is dirty mulch
By Eric Putnam January 9, 2024
Trees can get sick from hazards just like people and unsanitary mulch can negatively affect them. Read now to find out exactly how and why trees get sick from mulch.
This photo is of a Magnolia Tree that has suffered embolisms causing it to die.
By Eric Putnam November 24, 2023
In 2023, the Houston and the Greater Houston area experienced record-breaking temperatures and low humidity leading to the death of many Magnolia trees. Find out why!
This image shows what happens to a tree after many years of over-mulching that made a root plate.
By Eric Putnam November 20, 2023
Volcano Mulching is a landscaping practice that is widely used that can result in the death of your tree. Read this article to find out how you can stop this deadly practice.