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 ...

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 ...

Q. I’ve cut down a crape myrtle tree and now I now have them sprouting up all over the place. Do you have any ideas on how can I get rid of these? — Josephine Hargrave, Portsmouth Many trees and ...

For most types of trees, "Correct root flare height and exposure is probably the most important consideration when planting," ...

There are "tips" going around, saying you can use your truck and a spare tire to pull a tree stump out of the ground. There ...

Trees make wonderful additions to our yards however their roots can sometimes become unruly or emerge from underground. Due to their thick and sprawling nature, it can be tempting to want to remove ...

A pile of leaves, pieces of rotting fruit, dead tree branches. It's not your tree, it's not even planted inside your fence, but now it's your job to clean up its mess. The first reaction might be to ...