Tree girdling almost always spells doom for a tree if not caught early and corrected. This common, yet easily overlooked problem happens when something wraps so tightly around a tree (like a girdle), ...

Exposed tree roots can damage sidewalks and foundations, become a tripping hazard, and make lawn mowing difficult. Learn how to properly deal with above-ground tree roots to keep the tree healthy and ...

Many troubled trees suffer from the same long-term trauma: They were planted too deep. “It’s the most common underlying cause of tree problems,” said Sharon Yiesla, plant knowledge specialist at The ...

An urban forester explains the root of the problem.

TULSA, Okla. — With trees down everywhere, the Problem Solvers are hearing from lots of homeowners wanting to know who pays when a tree falls. We met Ralph Bendel surveying a sea of downed trees along ...

Citrus tree problems can be easy to resolve. Aside from their susceptibility to cold, citrus trees are among the most carefree and reliable of home fruit trees. A few common problems do show up on ...

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 ...

SUMMIT COUNTY – The thousands of dead and dying trees bordering Summit County’s roadways are caused by a slew of negative influences including de-icers, officials say, and a realistic solution may ...