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 ...

Roots belong underground. So why do we often find visible tree roots snaking along the soil surface in the lawn or garden? Some kinds of trees, such as maples, poplars and willows, naturally have ...

Homeowners across America plant popular shade trees for beauty and longevity, unaware that hidden root systems often threaten ...

Q: We have a Greenspire linden that’s 12 feet from our home’s foundation. The tree is about 20 feet high. Will the roots cause problems with our foundation? Should the tree be cut down before it ...

Early planting timing strengthens roots before spring Keep reading on The WiC Project Lifestyle Blog & Miriam's Boutique: ...

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 ...

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, ...

EAST LANSING, MI – Agricultural researchers want to determine where across Michigan two types of root rot are killing Christmas trees – a major crop commodity in the state. The U.S. Department of ...