Trees provide more than just aesthetic value to a lawn, as they are a vital part of the scenery, offering shade, beauty, and environmental benefits. However, the roots that once nurtured the tree can ...

This live oak with its mass of surface roots was a poor choice for parkway planting. Neil Sperry Special to the Star-Telegram To a shade tree, the first part of that supply chain is its roThere’s not ...

Ryan Pankau demonstrates planting a tree wrapped in burlap. Ryan Pankau demonstrates planting a tree wrapped in burlap. DANVILLE- The root collar of a tree is an area at the base of the trunk where ...

We don’t often think about the roots of trees until there is a problem. A forester friend of mine called it a “fencepost mentality.” Being underground, they are often out of sight out of mind. However ...

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 ...

As afternoon storms will soon be a regular occurrence, many thoughts turn to the trees around our home. You may be wondering whether they are safe or can hold up against the wind of a thunderstorm, ...