Winter can be an anxiety-inducing season for those with trees in their yard, as super-low temperatures threaten the health of trees' roots. When temperatures drop below freezing, the soil freezes ...

Q: We excavated a trench for drainage near an oak tree. At the closest point, we are maybe 12 feet from the trunk of the tree. We did not break any roots larger than about 3/4 inch. Will the tree live ...

It’s not uncommon for trees to be killed from damage suffered during construction. Depending upon the type of tree, its age and the extent of damage, the tree could die quickly or take years.

Not every tree belongs close to your home. Some popular picks can cause costly problems over time, making placement far more ...

Pulling your vehicle beneath the shady canopy of a tree may feel convenient. But making a habit of it can cause serious harm. “Over time, repeatedly parking over these tree roots and all of this soil ...

Watering fruit trees correctly helps them grow strong roots, produce better fruit, and survive changing seasons. As temperatures drop and leaves fall, gradually reduce watering and stop once the ...

Homeowners have complicated relationships with trees. Most people know how important trees are to our environment, our health, and the landscape on which their properties sit. At the same time, trees ...

If you've been researching the best trees to plant close to a house and which ones to avoid, you're not alone; a little slice of nature right outside your window, adding shade in summer (and colour in ...

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 ...