Girdling roots (caused by planting too deep); leads to root starvation
Lack of a root flare (sign that the tree was planted too deep with a high potential to develop girdling roots).
Bark damage on a trunk from lawn mowers and weed eaters.
Record of springtime freezing temperatures or severe winter temperatures.
Standing water over rooting zone.
Plugged drip irrigation system emitters.
Hardscape installed over tree rooting area.
Soil tests indicate high soil salts
Examples of abiotic (non-living) signs
Melissa Kreider
Created on October 17, 2025
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Girdling roots (caused by planting too deep); leads to root starvation
Lack of a root flare (sign that the tree was planted too deep with a high potential to develop girdling roots).
Bark damage on a trunk from lawn mowers and weed eaters.
Record of springtime freezing temperatures or severe winter temperatures.
Standing water over rooting zone.
Plugged drip irrigation system emitters.
Hardscape installed over tree rooting area.
Soil tests indicate high soil salts