Some trees are prone to developing surface roots that can become quite large. These large roots can interfere with mowing, foot traffic or recreational activities. As trees mature, surface roots may ...

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: I’m hoping you can help us figure out what to do about these tree roots. We don’t know what kind of tree it is, but our neighbor’s tree is the same and the roots are showing above ground just like ...

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 ...

Blooming trees and flowers are a classic sign of spring, but one flowering tree actually causes an ugly invasive problem.Bradford Pear trees are easy to spot in Ohio, with many lining the local ...

Basil Camu is on a mission to save trees, even the dying ones. His unconventional approach: let it be. It’s one of the costliest actions we take in managing our landscapes — in terms of dollars and ...