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djacob Z6a SE WI
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Comments (20)In case Tony/Incognito doesn't answer right away about the herbicide impregnated root barrier, this product is used in urban street plantings where surface rooting is to be discouraged, and it actually does last for a very long time, but would probably need to extend at least 2 to 3 feet down vertically, or until you hit bedrock or a soil depth where there isn't enough oxygen in the soil to encourage tree root growth. The possibility always exists that tree roots can still grow under it and then into the new area, but typically it is the main principal roots that tend to serve as anchor roots for the tree's stability that do the most damage to pavement, and on older trees like pines these tend to stay near the surface, but that will vary greatly on your soil type and soil moisture conditions at different depths. Your arborist/consultant should be able to advise you more specifically if this herbicide impregnated root barrier makes sense to add against the new curb/wall to help protect it. I wouldn't rule out other sun loving bromeliads for this sunny situation, things like the more terrestrial growing Puya or Dyckia species might be good choices, and it also sounds like this thin soil, sunny area full of tree roots might be an excellent location for clumps of Agaves such as A. bracteosa, A. 'Sharkskin' or A. parryii cultivars, or in combination with things like Echeveria agavoides or Bulbine frutescens. Aloes such as A. saponaria or A. striata would also do well there. All of these plants would grow better if planted in a new layer of topsoil added over the tree roots, and given at least a monthly periodic good soak, or more often depending on how quickly/lushly you prefer them to look. California natives such as Mimulus aurantiacus, Salvia clevelandii or S. leucophylla 'Pt. Sal' could also look good here, or even more adventurous plantings like Metrosideros collina 'Springfire' or Metrosideros collina 'Tahiti'. A really cool looking green fuzzy flowered Aloe such as A. tomentosa would probably also do well there, or other Aloes such as A. castanea, A. camperi, A. rubroviolacea or A. vanbalenii....See MoreHurricane wind damage, seeking help
Comments (5)I have not needed to use Bayer's Tree and Shrub Systemic bug killer on any of my large trees, but your tree has been so stressed; this stuff might be its most effective protection from potential borers. There seems to be lots of reports attempting to discourage people from using these types of systemic products; due to all the parts of such treated trees becoming toxic to bees and other beneficial insects, and indirectly stressing birds. The stuff must have proven effective, if wide spread public use of it, over the last few years, has raised such concerns. Is your Arizona Ash truely viable after the stress it enountered from such destructive winds. If so; this might be a justifiable reason to to use such a product on the tree. That is, as long as you do not begin to use the product on enough of your other trees and shrubs to damage your local eco system. Just be sure to exactly follow the product's instructions on how much per size of tree to use, and also make certain you apply it to the ground that covers the expanse of your tree's feeder roots. Bayer rates their systemic bug killer for trees and shurbs as being effective for one year after the application. I have seen reports of people, who in colder climates applied the stuff in the Sept. or Oct. months, encountering the most productive results. I do not know if use of the same application timing in your USDA Zone 9 area will produce a similar result. Of course if there are any less eco damaging and just as effective solutions suggested by others; than by all means, those solutions should be used instead....See MoreDwarf Meyer Lemon Tree Leaf Damage
Comments (5)looks like something is snaking on them, my little tree had the same thing and it turned out to be spider mites. im not familiar with the bugs in your area but i would check for that. sift your fingers through the soil and pay close attention because some of the criters are small and hard to notice. also if u havnt repoted it i would recomend doing that. be sure to remove all the old soil from the roots as it can harden there over time and choke out the tree. re pot it in a good draining soil that dosnt hold to much water. theres a recipe for a mix on here called 5.1.1 but you can use a cactus or sitrus soil from a garden center if you wish. if you do find that the problem is bugs you can spray with an insectasidial soap (follow the directions on the bottle) which u can also by at your garden center. you can also ask someone at the garden center for there advice im sure they will be happy to help. keep us posted and let us know how it turns out cheers, chris...See MoreSensitive to leaf damage
Comments (16)Oh my. Thanks for the picture. Yes, definitely re-root it. No amount of bagging it or relocating it will help, because there is definitely a problem with its root system. Probably at some point it was underwatered or overwatered and now its roots are damaged. It happens to everyone. The only solution is to start its roots over. I know it sounds drastic, but it will turn right around, and you'll have this whole business behind you in no time. (Yes, 3 weeks is too long to wait for signs of improvement. It's only because incrassata is so tough that it's still got so much life in it.) Sorry, I know you were probably hoping to avoid doing this, but as someone who has lost many a plant hovering and trying intermediary methods instead of leaping for my knife, I encourage you to begin the re-rooting TODAY. If ever there were a candidate for it, you have it. If it were mine, this is what I would do. 1. Using a sterilized tool, cut it off from its roots, at the lowest node. 2. Soak the whole vine overnight in a container of room-temperature water. 3. OPTIONAL: Cut it into 2-4 sections. (You can root it whole just fine - sometimes it's just nice to have a few starts in case one of them fails. Your plant is already very dehydrated so it will be starting from a disadvantage.) 4. Pot up in chunky mix, making sure at least one node is in contact with the soil. 5. Put potted cuttings in an aquarium, or bag them. (Since it's already dehydrated, I do think it would benefit from this extra indulgence). This post was edited by greedyghost on Mon, Apr 28, 14 at 14:46...See Moredjacob Z6a SE WI
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