Removing a tree stump can be time consuming and difficult, but if you want to avoid the use of chemicals, which can harm ...

Winter is a good time to do tree removal to minimize the impact on other plants in your garden. Frozen ground provides additional protection for dormant perennials. You may be able to secure better ...

Q: I have an 8-year-old oak tree. It looks like it has a girdling root. Should we cut through the root in two places so it can be removed, or should we leave well enough alone. A: Definitely trim and ...

In the past weeks we have discussed which trees grow best in West Texas and how to plant trees. Unfortunately, there are times when the wrong tree has been planted, planted incorrectly, or has simply ...

Some trees are prone to developing surface roots that can become quite large. These large roots can interfere with mowing, foot traffic or recreational activities. As trees mature, surface roots may ...

Question: My neighbor has a huge eucalyptus tree. The roots of this tree encroach into my backyard. Can I hire a contractor to remove the roots? Answer: A property owner is entitled to remove the ...

Waiting until the leaves drop in fall is a rule of thumb for pruning shade trees, mainly because you can see bare limbs better, and the job is less “messy” without leaves attached to the cut branches.