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 ...

Late autumn to winter is the time to plant bare-root hedges, so gardening editor Sharon Amos shares everything to know about ...

Winter mulching helps regulate soil temperature and protect plant roots — but it's only beneficial to certain types of plants ...

WASHINGTON — Much like it’s easy for you to slip on a wet floor — tree roots can slip out of the ground when there’s wet soil. And, some species are more susceptible than others. Trees with shallow ...

Strong winds are no fun in a garden. They dry out soil, erode slopes, and break branches. Young trees are particularly ...

When we think of the shape of a tree, usually we are thinking only of its canopy. A tree's canopy is the form its branches make -- some spread wide, some are rounded, some cone-shaped. When we think ...

Trees are an important part of Colorado landscapes, especially in our urban centers. However, it’s hard to be a healthy tree in Colorado! Many of the trees we plant are not native to our prairie and ...

Find out which plants experts say not to bother mulching and which deserve an extra layer this fall for better moisture, insulation, and spring growth.