Burlap that swaddles a shrub can collect snow that weighs down the branches and may break them, she said. If you don’t remove the burlap before spring rains begin, the soaked fabric can trap ...

Gardening Should burlap be removed when planting a new tree? Gardening Q&A with George Weigel Updated: Oct. 21, 2015, 2:30 p.m. | Published: Oct. 21, 2015, 1:30 p.m.

A: If the landscaper is correct and the burlap was left on all of the root balls at planting, this would explain the situation. Burlap should never be left on a root ball when you plant. Blame the ...

How Burlap Is Different And How To Use It Burlap is a fabric with a coarse, porous weave. It's most often made from jute, but it can be made from other fibers as well, like sisal and hemp. When ...

If the burlap look still beckons, give it a try in a hidden area of the room, perhaps behind a bookcase. Live with the results awhile. If you continue to like what you see, grab your checkbook and ...