An average maturing tree under optimal conditions can transport up to 10,000 gallons of water only to capture about 1,000 usable gallons for the production of food and adding to its biomass.

Roots just grow out from the tree to the furthest expanse of the branches (drip line). This myth has been around for a long ...

If you have tree roots in your sewer line, it’s important to act swiftly to avoid damage. Here’s what to do when you see tree roots in a sewer line.

On your tree, you might need an even wider no-mulch zone. Go by how the tree looks. Do not cover the big root flares. Do mulch where little forked roots are popping up.

If you’ve tried snaking and plunging your slow-draining sink and you still can’t figure out what’s causing the clog, it may be time to start looking into whether there are tree roots ...

Roots just grow out from the tree to the furthest expanse of the branches (drip line). This myth has been around for a long time. Tree researchers have discovered the tree roots actually grow 3-4 ...

When parts of tree roots protrude above the lawn surface, it’s natural, and nothing is wrong; the tree is happy. But we humans can find them problematic for mowing, or even walking.

Carefully planting groundcover or shade-loving plants under the tree may work as long as you don’t add a thick layer of topsoil, avoid planting close to the tree trunk, and do your best to avoid ...