We often plant trees and shrubs near property lines for screening. Other times, it's the only way to keep them at a safe distance from the house. Unfortunately, those trees don't consider property ...

“However, some trees are considered rare or endangered, and therefore protected under State law. If the tree (or shrub, bush ...

Reader question: My neighbor's tree isn't maintained and hangs over my fence onto my property. Can I legally trim the tree, the part that hangs over my property? Answer: I brought this question to ...

Q: We have a neighbor with an overgrown tree. We’ve tried everything to get her to trim it. She won’t do it, and it drops debris on our lawn and makes a mess of our house. What are our options? — Greg ...

As summer comes to a close and leaves start to turn, it might be a good time to check your trees for dead or low-hanging branches. While you can trim your own trees, though, your neighbors' are a ...

Summer has been in full swing for months, with plenty of sunshine and warmth causing a surge in growth in our gardens, roadsides and countryside. However, this growth spurt can sometimes cause issues, ...

If your neighbor's tree is growing into your yard, you may be tempted to take matters into your own hands. Good news: in Wisconsin, you're allowed to trim branches, roots or other vegetation from your ...

Fences may make good neighbors, but not every privacy plant does. You know the plants – the blackberry or raspberry sending canes into your yard with leaves reaching over the fence, the lilac, that ...