Japanese maples are some of the most stunning trees to grow in gardens. But while they are low-maintenance, during long, hot ...

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Mulching too close to the tree can also encourage rodents. "There should be about 2 to 4 inches of bare soil between the trunk and the mulch to help prevent winter rodent injury, as mice and other ...

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If a new tree is already out of plumb, use a sharpshooter spade to “jiggle” its root system enough while it’s wet. Once you have it vertical, anchor it firmly in place for the first year.

Japanese maples are thirsty trees with shallow roots which is why it is important to know how to keep them hydrated before the summer heat arrives Comments Lifestyle Katherine McPhillips and Ella ...

If you're looking for sustainable and cost-effective ways to improve the quality of the soil in your garden, you may not have thought about taking advantage of tree bark and sawdust , two often ...

The expert said: “Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base of the tree, extending out to the drip line. “Mulch helps retain soil moisture and keeps roots cool.

Thick bark protects their trunks and their canopies tend to be too high for flames to reach. But climate change is making the big trees more vulnerable to wildfires out West, Kemp said.

A tree’s root system serves four primary functions – anchorage, absorption, storage and conduction. These functions play a critical role in the health of trees, so care should be taken to avoid ...

Bark textures are relatively uniform by tree species and make a great visual marker for broad tree identification. Textures are divided into at least 18 types, from smooth (beech) to spiny (locust).