While a tree with exposed roots might show some character, it can make your landscape look uncared for and pose a tripping hazard. Exposed roots can also easily get damaged, which can affect your tree ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

A tree by itself has numerous benefits. It adds beauty, creates shade, and provides food and shelter for wildlife, to name a few. But with the right landscaping, you can make trees shine even more in ...

While planning and planting at the beginning of the year, it’s tempting to beautify the base of your trees with plenty of mulch, pine straw, plants, and flowers; however, overdoing it can have dire ...

Follow a few basic rules if you plan to landscape around tree root systems. Failing to do so may damage or even cause death of certain trees. One’s objective should be to prevent physical root ...

This lawn maintenance habit can expose tree roots to harmful pathogens. It’s not uncommon for your lawn or backyard to also feature trees. Generally speaking, those trees are likely out of the way and ...