Dead, diseased, and unruly trees often need to be removed, but what about the stump they leave behind? It, too, has to go. Otherwise, the root system may continue to grow, possibly damaging your ...

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 ...

A: Without knowing the size and health of the tree, I’m hesitant to ever recommend shaving or cutting roots that are above ground. This listener also mentioned that there was hard clay soil around the ...

Trees make wonderful additions to our yards however their roots can sometimes become unruly or emerge from underground. Due to their thick and sprawling nature, it can be tempting to want to remove ...