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#FAQFriday: What sets RootSpace apart? Today we’re covering part one of the answer in more depth: RootSpace’s unparalleled structural integrity. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀: • Significantly stronger than any competitive soil cells. • AASHTO HS-20/HS-25 rated for heavy traffic areas. • Higher resistance to dynamic loading due to the interlocking structure. • Backed by rigorous testing and real-world performance. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗶𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀: ✅ Can be used adjacent to roadways, expanding your design options in narrow spaces. ✅ Minimizes liability risks associated with infrastructure failure. ✅ Supports tracked construction equipment, making installation more efficient. RootSpace's robust design excels in high-stress urban environments, making it the go-to choice for projects demanding a reliable and long-lived product. Next week: Learn how RootSpace optimizes soil volume for healthier urban trees. #UrbanLandscape #SustainableDesign #GreenInfrastructure

Old-school planting methods won’t make your urban trees grow this well. The University of Texas at Austin converted this plaza from a bare concrete space into a shady retreat over the course of six years. These trees aren’t just campus decor – they boost academic performance, cool down pavement and buildings, and improve students’ well-being. As landscape professionals know, getting trees to thrive in urban settings can be challenging. That's why we're excited to share results like these. Our RootSpace soil cells help you achieve lush, mature tree canopies in a fraction of the time. Curious how they might fit into your next project? Schedule a free design consultation: https://lnkd.in/eM-ENSq3 #CampusDesign #LandscapeInnovation #StudentWellbeing

🌳 Urban Trees vs. Infrastructure: Preventing Root Heave Roots can be easily managed with proper tree pit design. Here’s how to proactively avoid pavement damage from roots: •      Provide adequate uncompacted soil, irrigation & aeration within the tree pit so roots do not have to seek elsewhere for nutrients. •      Use root management products to guide roots. •      Ensure proper spacing between the tree trunk and hardscape surfaces. Our latest blog discusses how poor tree pit designs (not roots) are most commonly the real reason behind root heave and subsequent pavement damage. By addressing these factors, we can maintain healthy urban trees without compromising our city infrastructure. Read the blog: https://lnkd.in/giHBa8i9 #UrbanForestry #SustainableCities #GreenInfrastructure

This question was a hot topic at the recent ASLA show! While seeing RootSpace in person best showcases its unique features, we'll highlight what sets it apart from other soil cells here: 💪 𝗨𝗻𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵 - RootSpace® is significantly stronger than any other soil cell and is HS-20 / HS-25 rated. Competitive soil cells aren’t recommended under active vehicle lanes. 🌳𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝗼𝗶𝗹 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝘁 - RootSpace® modules provide the highest open void space on the market, at 97%. This allows you to provide the greatest volume of usable soil, in the smallest excavation possible. 🪨𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗸-𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 - RootSpace® is an interlocking modular system, which provides greater stability than competitive post-and-base soil cells, especially in freeze/thaw conditions and adjacent to roadways. 👷🏼♂️𝗛𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗹𝗲-𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 - RootSpace® installations are easier, faster, and produce less waste than other soil cell installations. Follow us for upcoming posts breaking down each one in greater detail! Whether you're designing greener cities or bringing them to life, RootSpace is engineered with your needs in mind. #FAQFriday #LandscapeArchitecture #SmartCityDesign #UrbanForestry

From sapling to shade tree in six years. Take a look at the impressive growth of this tree at the University of Missouri! Unlike typical parking lot trees, these beauties are thriving, with thick trunks and lush, healthy canopies. That’s because they were planted using GreenBlue Urban's ArborSystem, which ensures ample uncompacted soil and proper irrigation and aeration - essentials often overlooked in urban plantings. This is what happens when we give trees what they need to grow. Imagine if all parking lot trees were planted in the ArborSystem! Read More: https://lnkd.in/ePxEAEEy #UrbanForestry #GreenCampus #SustainableLandscaping #BeforeAndAfter

We're excited to kick off day two at the ASLA Conference in Washington, D.C.! Visit Ryan, Kris, and Matthew at booth 4145. 🌳🏙️ #ASLAConference #LandscapeArchitecture #GreenInfrastructure

#FAQFriday: 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗿𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗴𝗶𝗿𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗿𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘀? RootSpace soil cells are designed with large apertures to provide vast unrestricted growth for tree roots. When a root does grow into an Upright Panel (or “leg”) of the RootSpace structure, it breaks into fibrous rooting around the Upright Panel and continues its growth without harm to the system. The open lattice design also allows the tree’s root system to anchor to the soil cell structure, providing additional tree stability in high wind conditions. For more details on how roots colonize in RootSpace, download our Roots in Soil Cells report: https://lnkd.in/eGx-9zfw #FAQFriday #TreeCare #UrbanForestry

Hospitals can be dreary places, to say the least. But this one did it differently, promoting healing by incorporating nature into the design. The rooftop courtyard not only provides scenic views but also offers a natural, green space for patients and families to gather and get a breath of fresh air. Research shows that patients with views of nature experience shorter stays, require less pain medication, and receive more positive evaluations from nurses. Urban constraints are no match for the versatility of RootSpace soil cells, allowing mature trees to be grown in places previously only dreamed of. Imagine the potential impact if all healthcare facilities used this approach! #BenefitsOfTrees #HospitalDesign #HealthySpaces #UrbanGreening

The gap between urban tree expectations and reality can be stark. Thriving trees in challenging city environments don't happen by chance. They require expertise, research-backed solutions, and a collaborative approach from planning to planting. With decades of proven results behind us, we're passionate about sharing knowledge to help trees thrive long-term, enhancing both urban areas and your professional reputation. Sign up for a webinar to learn more: https://lnkd.in/efK32piB #ExpectationsVsReality #TreePlanting #UrbanForestry

We’ll be in D.C. a week from today for the national ASLA 2024 conference! Visit our team at 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝟰𝟭𝟰𝟱 to explore innovative solutions for urban tree planting. We look forward to connecting with landscape architects, urban planners, and green infrastructure enthusiasts. See you there! #ASLA2024 #UrbanGreening #SustainableCities #LandscapeArchitecture