This is a rampant problem and has been for nearly 20 years. When trees are planted too deep, the roots suffocate because they don't get enough oxygen and eventually the tree dies. Planting too deep ...

An assistant professor at Ohio State University has warned against the use of "mulch volcanoes" when landscaping. Joe Boggs says this kind of mulching — which piles huge amounts of the material around ...

Q: Can you tell me if these are vitex (see reader's photo)? When should they be trimmed? They grow fast! A: Yes, the plants in question are vitex, commonly called chaste trees. They are usually grown ...

Could you find the root flare on a tree? Most of us have probably never heard the term, but that particular feature is key to properly planting a tree. A common mistake is to place the root flare too ...

There is still time to plant deciduous trees and shrubs, though you will find mixed opinions on whether planting this late in November is advisable. The weather forecast for the next couple of weeks ...

We often hear that spring is the best time to plant trees. Even Arbor Day, the day dedicated to planting trees, is in the spring. While there is no “bad” time to plant a tree, fall is a perfect time ...

Many urban trees live only about 20% of their normal life expectancy because of external issues such as pests and disease, but most stress can be linked back to improper care and installation, Kelly ...