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 ...

A close up of shallow tree roots making their way into the drain and cracking the walkway. - Littleny/Getty Images While growing large trees in your yard is beneficial for shade, aesthetics, and ...

Q: Recently our neighbors converted their front lawn to artificial turf. The trees were getting some good moisture from their grass, and now they won’t. The other two sides of the trees are on the ...

Ask any hair stylist and they can quickly tell you what to do about unruly roots. Above-ground tree roots can be just as troublesome and require special attention. It can be time-consuming and ...

BOISE, Idaho — Have you ever noticed at many garden centers there are some trees and shrubs in pots ready to plant, and others that aren't in any pots at all? They look just like sticks with bare, ...

Friday is Arbor Day in Illinois, a day often marked by planting trees. If you’re planning to plant a tree at any time of the year, take care to do it right. “A tree that is not planted correctly may ...