Here's how to measure the critical root zone of a tree, so you'll know how to dig around it without injuring its roots.

Snow on a tree inside of a fenced-in yard - Jennifer J Taylor/Getty Images Homeowners often dread winter for a variety of different reasons. However, for those with trees around their home, the season ...

With holiday guests arriving at many of our homes in the coming days, you might be wondering how to deter them from parking ...

Certain tree species have root systems so extensive and water-hungry that they can cause serious structural damage to ...

As a homeowner, you have a lot to juggle when it comes to the maintenance and upkeep of your home. You want a safe house that maintains its value and that you enjoy spending time in. The trees on your ...

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 ...

My neighbor says I am damaging my trees with my line trimmer. Is that possible? Power line trimmers or weed eaters have become one of the most popular gardening tools. Almost everyone has one. They ...

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.

Senior Research Associate, School of Ecosystem and Forest Sciences, The University of Melbourne Winter has ended dramatically across Australia’s southern states, as fierce winds and storms usher in ...

I have a concrete fence panel that separates my garden and my neighbour's garden. However, my neighbour has a large tree that ...

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 ...

For all the attention we give our flower beds, trees are an indispensable part of our landscape. Oaks, pecans, magnolias and others add shade, character and beauty to our yards. But behind their ...