How does soil compaction affect trees?
Answer Soil compaction occurs when vehicles, heavy equipment, large metal bins, or construction materials are placed or travel anywhere under the crown of a tree. As a result of compaction, air pockets in the ground are eliminated and this reduces the available amount of air and water that trees need to stay healthy. Roots in compacted soil are thus deprived of what they need and are unable to supply these essential ingredients to the rest of the tree, resulting in the tree becoming stressed and declining in health.
