Nicking tree roots with lawn mowers and trunks with weed trimmers creates openings for insects and diseases. Cutting into the tree also interferes with the transport of nutrients and water. ALMA GAUL ...

The trunk might be the most neglected part of a tree. Leaves get the most attention, followed by the roots. But a trunk should not be taken for granted as it must be sturdy and healthy for the rest of ...

When I recently purchased two new trees to plant in my lawn, I was advised to keep the grass from growing next to the tree trunks. Is there some reason for this? I like the look of grass growing under ...

We all want to do a good job of taking care of our plants. But accidental damage can easily happen from too much care, too little care or just plain carelessness. Here's a good example. A maintenance ...

I would hate it if someone made me wear a turtleneck sweater (remember that 70s fad, boomer friends?) all summer long. Well, it appears that many people in our region do that to our young trees with ...