Since Arboraeration started undertaking Tree Radar Surveys in 2020 we have come across a number of similar questions from our clients regarding the unit, its capabilities and how we can use it to assist in planning applications and urban tree management. How does the Tree Radar Unit (TRU) System work? The unit works by sending
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One of the more common questions we receive is – what is a tree root protection zone? Followed by what does it mean to my building or construction project? Firstly, Root Protection Zone or RPZ is generally an American term, in the UK the accepted phrase is Root Protection Area or RPA. However, both terms
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Urban tree management is the skill of managing and improving and tree stock within the urban, built environment. In their natural environment trees will take up all of the available space that they can grow into, both above below ground! Within the urban and build environment trees are expected to grow and live within our
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When specifying soil enhancement, typically following decompaction Biochar is always recommended, typically combined with other forms of organic material such as agricultural compost or mulch. However, we are often asked, what is biochar, and how does Biochar work? What is Biochar? Biochar is a very pure form of charcoal that has a high carbon content
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The application of vertical root barriers is varied but their main design is to keep tree roots away from targets such as structures, roads, watercourses, drainage, irrigation systems etc. In their natural environment trees are free to use all of the available rooting areas that they require, growing around other roots or rocks and following
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This subject has come up a few times on Forums etc. recently and I wanted to discuss our typical process for root pruning. Why Prune Roots? Usually, we prune roots because of conflict arising between the tree or trees and a proposed development or structure. Typically we would have investigated the site first and excavated
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