Large trees often develop surface roots that can damage sidewalks, mower blades, and tree health. Mulch 2–3 inches deep to cover roots safely and reduce maintenance without harming the tree. Never cut ...

Q: As you can see from the attached photo, tree roots are surfacing in the lawn, which makes mowing difficult to impossible. Do you have any suggestions? I’m not sure if we should cover them and build ...

Filling the area under a shady tree with foliage and flowers can be tricky. However, these ground covers can add visual interest, even in deep shade.

Tree roots growing at or slightly above the soil surface are called surface roots. Homeowners having trees with these surface roots are frustrated with the additional challenges posed by mowing and ...

I’ve had some recent interactions with people frustrated by tree roots that surface, causing mowing difficulties and potential ankle-twisting opportunities. What can be done with surface roots?

Q: Have you ever used pecan hulls as a mulch? I have access to some and wondered if they would be good in my flower and vegetable garden. A: Pecan hulls make a lovely mulch in a perennial garden or ...

When frosts and freezes hit, whether early and unexpected, or long-term in the deep of winter, protecting a young tree's branches, bark, and roots is important.

One of the biggest threats to newly planted trees in Northeast Ohio is—you guessed it—deer. Deer eat leaves, buds, and even ...

Covering a tree's roots above ground can limit the tree's access to oxygen and moisture which helps them grow and stay healthy. Avoid cutting, trimming, or removing tree roots because it can make the ...