CU-Structural Soil ® (U.S. Patent #5,849,069) is a soil designed by Cornell University to improve the growth and development of urban trees. A lack of useable soil volume for root growth and soil compaction has lead engineers to create a load-bearing soil that can be used along sidewalks. The soil is comprised of rigid stone, heavy clay loam, and Gelscape® hydrogel as a non-toxic, non-phytotoxic tactifier. GS&G is the sole licensed manufacturer in the Eastern-Ontario region.
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The Why’s And How’s Of Using CU-Structural Soil® To Grow Trees In Pavement.
CU-Soil Ithaca Parking Lot Through 2019
Before and After: CU-Soil being installed in 2012 and established growth in 2019.
Applications:
- Tree roots grow freely underneath pavement
- Meets requirements for paved surfaces
- Reduces sidewalk heaving
Available in granite.
Please note that CU-Structural Soil ® is not available online. For information on how to order, contact Greely Sand & Gravel Inc. today.