Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. While spring and summer have traditionally been the busy times of the year for spreading mulch around trees, shrubs and other ...

Homeowners have complicated relationships with trees. Most people know how important trees are to our environment, our health, and the landscape on which their properties sit. At the same time, trees ...

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Mulching is a key garden task, but many gardeners miss the mark. Learn what mulch is, how to apply it, and what to avoid.

Arbor Day is the last Friday in April in Indiana, a date strategically chosen to be right in the middle of one the best time periods all year to plant a tree in Indiana. Fall is also a good time. As ...

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Homeowners who are looking for ways to promote healthy, growing trees in their yard are well-advised to remember this axiom: A ring is a tree’s best friend. Kansas State University horticulture expert ...

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Exposed tree roots can damage sidewalks and foundations, become a tripping hazard, and make lawn mowing difficult. Learn how to properly deal with above-ground tree roots to keep the tree healthy and ...

Would you like to dress up your tree with a garden around it? That’s fine — as long as it consists of compatible plants in the ground, and is not a raised planter. Raised planters are a common sight ...