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Soil & Root Health

Vertical Mulching

Definition

Vertical mulching is a soil decompaction technique where 2-4 inch holes are drilled 12-18 inches deep throughout the root zone and backfilled with compost, sand, or other amendments to improve aeration and water infiltration.

In Central Texas

Vertical mulching is a Tree Scouts service for stressed Central Texas trees in heavily compacted clay soils.

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