Learn how to kill a tree safely and effectively to eliminate invasive, unsightly, or improperly placed trees. There are lots of reasons to plant new trees, but sometimes you need to know how to kill a ...

One new homeowner was trying to right a wrong carried out by a landscaper, but sometimes even the best intentions can have disastrous results. “New homeowner trying to improve my garden,” they wrote, ...

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 ...

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Incorrect pruning, particularly “topping,” is the surest way to ruin a tree. If it doesn’t kill the tree outright, it will result in extremely dense growth at the ends of the chopped-off branches.

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In your tree of life, it is important to determine who the leaves, branches, and roots are. Source: Photo by Jeremy Bishop/Pexels When the going gets tough, will your friend or partner (whether ...

A plant expert shares the answer to the question "What does root rot look like?" so you don't have to bury yet another one of your stemmed friends. former director of brand marketing at The Sill Below ...

Q: Could you provide some basic guidance on how not to kill a tree? I see conflicting information everywhere! Unfortunately, there are many ways to kill a tree, so I will try to cover the most common ...