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area of the tree. While allowing the center of the tree to be filled and green <br /> up, and simultaneously reducing the tip loads, forces the overextended tree <br /> inwards. Restricting the crown or tree canopy toward the center, reduces the <br /> length of the branches, reduces weight and windsail hazards, increasing its <br /> retention chances for a longer period of time. <br /> Aphids - -- In case the aphid infestation we found on many of the trees <br /> becomes a problem, and considering the environmental sensitivity of the <br /> neighborhood, we propose the following treatments: pressure washing with <br /> plain water and/or insecticidal soaps, and/or the manual release of <br /> predacious insects, e.g. lady bugs. <br /> Nutrient Health Improvement Measures: <br /> Tree Roots: - -- On the keeper trees, we recommend the application of <br /> mulch, the time - release nutrient NPK, beneficial mycorrhizal fungus spores, <br /> and humic acid injections into the soil. <br /> Monitoring - -- Twice a year, these trees should be reinspected for new <br /> developing hazards, and recommendations to be reported to the tree pruning <br /> contractors. <br /> 8 <br />