Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected].

Foragers often uncover truffles in pecan orchards, possibly due to Tuber lyonii‘s affinity for the increased pH of the soil necessary for pecan production (about 7-7.5 pH).

Q: Mushrooms suddenly appeared on my tree’s trunk. How can I treat them to protect the tree? A: Unfortunately, you can’t treat mushrooms growing out of wood, and the fungal growth that ...

Pecan trees can be a nice addition to your landscape. Just be sure you have the proper space and select a variety — or varieties — that will work for your needs.

Pecan trees can be a nice addition to your landscape. Just be sure you have the proper space and select a variety — or varieties — that will work for your needs.

Q: Mushrooms suddenly appeared on my tree’s trunk. How can I treat them to protect the tree? A: Unfortunately, you can’t treat mushrooms growing out of wood, and the fungal growth that ...