08/10/2026
π³ Ficus Trees and Monsoon Season Are a Really Bad Combination.
Ficus trees are one of the most common trees in the East Valley and honestly one of the most misunderstood. They look full and healthy almost all year long, which is exactly why so many homeowners are caught off guard when monsoon season arrives. π
Here is the problem. Ficus trees grow aggressive surface roots that spread wide and fast. That same root system that cracks your driveway and sidewalk also makes the tree surprisingly unstable when strong monsoon winds hit. A ficus with a heavy, unpruned canopy can catch wind like a wall and pull right out of the ground.
Signs your ficus might be a monsoon risk right now:
π΄ Roots visibly lifting the soil or cracking hardscape nearby
π΄ Canopy so dense you can barely see through it
π΄ Branches hanging over your roof, fence, or neighbor's yard
π΄ Has not been inspected or trimmed in over a year
A proper canopy thin before storms hit can make a huge difference. It reduces wind resistance and takes pressure off those root attachments. β
We have been handling ficus trees across Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, and Scottsdale for over 25 years. Free estimates available. π
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