Winter road salt plays a critical role in keeping Central Iowa roadways safe, but it can quietly take a toll on nearby trees. While salt helps prevent accidents, it also alters soil chemistry, damages foliage and weakens tree health without immediate signs. Understanding how winter salt affects trees allows homeowners to take proactive steps before damage becomes costly or irreversible.   Why Winter Road Salt Is Harmful to Central Iowa Trees Road salt is designed to melt ice, but once it...

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