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 ...

Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama. Tree root systems are seldom on the minds of forest owners, tree planters, ...

Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama. Tree and yard owners are often faced with the problem of a tree's exposed ...

Large trees often develop surface roots that can damage sidewalks, mower blades, and tree health. Mulch 2–3 inches deep to cover roots safely and reduce maintenance without harming the tree. Never cut ...

Q: I have a large, established maple tree close enough to my garden (due to space limits) that it is now stealing nutrients from my vegetable plants. I vaguely remember reading somewhere that I can ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...