Storms, pests, diseases, and overcrowding can all signal it's time to cut down a tree. Look for these signs and more to know when to call an arborist.

Tree root systems are seldom on the minds of forest owners, tree planters, and general dendrophiles. Roots are rarely exposed, and so misconceptions about how they grow and function can influence ...

With the spread of the root system in mind, that is why it is recommended to plant large growing trees at least 12 feet away ...

Roots are also responsible for holding trees upright. During a hurricane the only thing that keeps large trees from falling on our houses is their strong root systems.

A recent study by the Dept. of Agriculture showed us that the average lifespan of an urban tree was only around 23 years. One of the reasons for the short lifespan is the lack of adequate root space.

Roots are needed to absorb the water and minerals from the soil the tree needs. The large roots you intend to damage by grinding them down are connected to huge networks of fine roots that do this ...

Cutting tree roots is not recommended by tree researchers at universities ... N.D., farmer and fruit tree breeder in the 1970s. Wodarz apple is extremely winter-hardy into Zone 3 with large, ...

Hidden fungal networks influence which trees thrive, offering new insight into forest biodiversity and resilience in a ...