If you spot overhanging branches and other vegetation that's blocking public spaces — not just your yard — you can report it ...

Key Takeaways Large trees often develop surface roots that can damage sidewalks, mower blades, and tree health.Mulch 2–3 inches deep to cover roots safely and reduce maintenance without harming the ...

“When dealing with surface root syndrome, be certain that any mitigation does not compromise tree health and increase the risk for tree failure,” said Purcell. While troublesome, he said that ...

Tracing the tree of life back to a single ancestral form A study published in PLoS Computational Biology maps the development of life-sustaining chemistry to the history of early life.

Removing roots can weaken a tree’s support, create open wounds where root rotting organisms can enter and cause decline in upper branches. One option is to leave the roots alone, since there’s ...