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What is a Tree Root Flare and Why Does It Matter?

What is a Tree Root Flare and Why Does It Matter?

Do you know the signs of poor tree health? Many homeowners don’t know the telltale signs of tree…

May 10,2023

Do you know the signs of poor tree health? Many homeowners don’t know the telltale signs of tree damage, resulting in severe deterioration and death. Although different problems present varying symptoms, the easiest way to determine if your trees are healthy is to check the trunk. All the essential nutrients and water from the roots travel up the trunk to the rest of the tree, making it an important part. Sesmas Tree Service has seasoned arborists to help you maintain healthy and durable trees by inspecting, diagnosing, and treating the disease.

What is a Tree Root Flare and Why Does It Matter?

A healthy tree has a smooth, straight, and substantial trunk. In addition, it has a good root flare where it connects with soil. A root flare provides anchorage by maintaining a vital connection to light and air. If you notice affected roots and signs of poor health, call a tree care company quickly. Our expert arborists can diagnose the problem and provide services to improve the trees’ overall health.

What is a Tree Root Flare?

As mentioned, a root flare is where the trunk flares into the ground, forming the tree’s root system. This is a vital part that provides anchorage and allows the uptake of essential nutrients and water. Property owners should regularly inspect the trunk and root flare to ensure no damage. If you prefer to help with maintenance, schedule a routine check with a professional tree service.

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How the Root Flare Affects Tree Health

A healthy root system is essential to the tree’s well-being and longevity. However, many factors can affect the health of tree roots, including soil erosion, compaction, and changes in pH levels. If a tree doesn’t have a healthy root flare, it becomes more susceptible to damage, leading to declining tree health. We recommend scheduling routine care and maintenance with a trusted tree care company to mitigate further damage and costly removal projects.

The Importance of a Root Flare

The root flare is essential because it helps anchor trees and enhances growth by allowing water and nutrients to travel up the roots. These processes can’t happen without a good root flare, increasing the risk of decline. While not all damaged, dying, or dead trees are caused by an unhealthy root flare, a reliable tree service can pinpoint the problem and recommend a viable solution.

How to Maintain a Healthy Tree Root Flare

Trees require regular care and maintenance to ensure a healthy root flare. If you prefer a more hands-on approach, loosen the soil around your trees to avoid compaction and add mulch for extra root protection. It is imperative to water trees regularly, so the roots stay hydrated and healthy, but avoid watering to prevent mold and mildew growth. These care tips can help ensure your trees have a good root flare supporting optimum growth.

Now that you know why a root flare is critical for a tree’s overall well-being, contact us at Sesmas Tree Service and schedule a consultation with certified service providers. We provide many services guaranteed to help you grow healthy and lasting trees.

Customer Reviews

3 large Leyland Cypress trees removed near front of our home. Excellent service, professional crew, very competitive pricing for superior work! Rolando provided the initial estimate and the  follow up and was the best in terms of customer relations. I'd both use this company again AND highly recommend them.

Susan Hitchcock

This is the 2nd time we have used Sesmas Tree Service. They are a wonderful company to deal with. They were on time, professional, and very thorough. They cleaned up prior to leaving and went out of their way to protect our plants and landscaping. And they kept to their proposal with no hidden cost or add ons. Definitely a five star experience!

Gene McFadden

Wow!  I deal with tree services in my professional work and I can honestly say Sesmas is by far the most professional, best equipped, efficient, safety conscious, and communicative service I've ever encountered.  Their price was very reasonable and they even went so far as to include additional work without increasing the price.  Call them!  Now! They are very quick to respond.

Scott McLendon

We've used Sesmas several times and have always received excellent service.  Estimates are quick and easy and the crew is efficient and leaves the property clean of debris.  Recently we needed a tree removed next to a heavily landscaped area.  Sebastian went over everything with me in detail and listened to my concerns.  The crew did an excellent job in removing the tree with minimal disturbance to the surrounding area.  We are pleased and will consider them again in the future for pruning and tree removal.

Tonia Griswold

Sesmas Tree Service was amazing! I had two dead trees cut and a lot of trees that were already down on my property removed. Sebastian came out and sent the quote in writing within 24 hours. We were in the process of scheduling the service when a slot opened up sooner snd I was able to go ahead and get the work done. Everything was explained ahead of time for what to expect. The crew was very efficient and professional.  All of the work and cleanup was done in one day. I would recommend Sesmas for your tree cutting/cleanup needs.

LaDora Woods

I hired Sesmas to cut down a very tricky tree that was hanging over my house as well as a few large limbs. They did a great job and had the machinery to get the job done right.

Perry Hartman

Great experience with Sesmas. They were meticulous with my tree removal, safe and efficient. David’s communication throughout the process was much appreciated. Highly recommend!

Lindsay Ellenburg

Great experience with Sesmas Tree Service. The arborist who came out was a Board Certified Master Arborist, and you could immediately tell he knew his stuff. He took the time to explain what needed to be done, gave us clear options, and helped us feel confident from start to finish. The whole process was easy and professional. We’ll definitely use them again.

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