Three Signs Of Soil Depletion

Soil depletion refers to the absence of nutrients that are essential to support plant growth. Soil depletion is usually caused by a variety of environmental factors, like the overuse of chemical fertilizers, heavy rainfall, erosion, or some other cause. Whatever the reason, soil depletion can have a marked effect on the health and longevity of all of your plants, from your grass to your trees, and everything in between. Understanding some of the warning signs associated with soil depletion can help you identify the problem early and get in touch with a landscaping specialist to consider your next steps.

Wilting

One of the first and most obvious warning signs associated with soil depletion is a chronic wilting of your plants. This will affect all plant life in the area and will cause leaves to shrivel up or wrinkle. Stems may become unable to hold up the weight of the rest of the plant, and in extreme cases, you may find flowers and other types of plants lying flat on the ground. Wilting plants will also usually have some sort of root irregularity since root growth will be limited as well, making it much easier for plants to tip over and roots to surface or rip themselves up.

Discoloration

Another clear sign that your soil does not possess the necessary nutrients to support plant life any longer is if you see spots of discoloration on the leaves of your plants. This is obviously distinct from flowering or naturally colorful petals; instead, green leaves will exhibit gray or purple spots, almost looking like burns or stains. This discoloration is more than a superficial concern: as it spreads, it will slowly kill your plants, which is why it is essential that you get a landscaping professional to inspect your plants as soon as you notice any sort of leave discoloration.

Lack of Blooming

Finally, another sign that you may want to have your soil inspected to determine its quality and nutrient content is if you notice that your flowering plants and trees simply are not budding or blooming. This occurs when the soil simply cannot support further plant growth, causing your plants to stagnate and slowly suffocate. Keep in mind that weather patterns have an effect on plant blooming as well. However, if you've experienced a significantly colder and cloudy spring, your plants may naturally bloom later, even if your soil quality is normal.

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