Is an overgrown oak tree in your landscape causing you problems? Maybe it's blanketing your lawn with acorns – some oaks can drop 10,000 acorns per year – or perhaps its large branches are overhanging your front porch. In cases such as these, many homeowners assume that topping the problematic … [Read more...]
There's no better way to minimize your dependence on central heating this winter than by taking advantage of your home's fireplace. Assuming you have dry firewood, you can build fires to radiate heat throughout your home. But you can't use just any wood lying around your landscape. Before using … [Read more...]
Have you discovered clumps of stems sprouting from the base of one of your landscape's trees? Known as tree suckers, it's a common occurrence in many North American trees. Tree suckers are essentially new shoots of the tree. When a tree is stressed, it may grow these extensions in an attempt to … [Read more...]
Trees, like most plant life, have a mind of their own. Their roots will grow towards areas of the least resistance, which may include the side of your home. As a homeowner, seeing the tip of a tree's root structure growing towards your home can be concerning. Conventional wisdom should tell … [Read more...]
Oak trees are prized among residential homeowners for their aesthetic value and durability. Technically classified as a tree or shrub in the genus Quercus, they are commonly found throughout much of the Northern Hemisphere, including North America. In fact, there are more species of oak trees in … [Read more...]
The trunk is the single most important natural structure of a tree. It's responsible for providing stability, as well as absorbing much-needed water and nutrients. As such, it's discouraging when you discover a massive crack running straight down the middle of your tree's trunk. Whether it's from … [Read more...]
Trees add a unique touch of beauty to a landscape, enhancing the environment with natural colors and life. But like all living organisms, trees will eventually die. This typically doesn't happen overnight, as some species are capable of living for more than a century. But external elements like … [Read more...]
Do you have one or more trees in your yard with exposed roots? While this typically doesn't cause any immediate need for concern, it can affect the long-term health of your tree. Exposed roots are susceptible to pests and injury, which can subsequently have an adverse affect on the tree's health. … [Read more...]
Tree roots don't always make their way deep underground where they are safely hidden and tucked away from any plants. If the soil is too dense deep underground, the roots of a tree may spider out along the top layer of soil to absorb more water and oxygen. Unfortunately, this creates a … [Read more...]
There are several key advantages to mulching trees in your yard or garden, one of which is the preservation of moisture. If you live in a region with low rainfall, this technique can help your trees retain a greater amount of water. When the rain pools up around your tree, it's naturally … [Read more...]
