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Soils in heavily developed areas are usually compacted and lack organic material because of construction activities such as heavy equipment use and grading. These unfavorable soil conditions result in decreased tree health and life expectancy. Since there is an increased need for developing urban tree canopy, more information pertaining to soil rehabilitation recommendations for urban tree growth is necessary.
The Soil Rehabilitation Experiment Site (SRES) is currently being used to evaluate the effects of several soil improvement practices on soil physical properties and tree establishment. We hope to determine the most effective and practical treatment necessary for optimal tree growth.
