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 tree. Never cut ...

Growing native plants is usually encouraged, but the paradise tree, a Florida native, could be causing several problems in ...

Managing neighborly disputes can get tricky. Fences, weeds, and even trees that straddle two properties can cause tension and ...

Mowing leaves on a lawn chops them into small pieces that will fall between the grass blades and disappear. However, keeping ...

Plum trees offer fresh fruit in summer, but they can also take up way too much space in your garden. Try this type of plum ...

Tips to revive a rootbound persimmon, treat euonymus scale, curb crape myrtle sprouts, time St. Augustine control and fruit ...

I planted a persimmon about a year ago. I’ve watered it every day. It isn’t dying, but it’s also not growing. The roots are ...

Dealing with heavy snowfall can be tough, especially if you live in an area that suffers through harsh winters. But if you have a riding mower, there are other ways to use it besides mowing, including ...

From pruning too soon to neglecting your grass, these easy-to-make mistakes could leave your garden struggling come spring.

Raking leaves is one of the main tasks we think about during the autumn season. Some of us have more of them and others have less, but just because you don’t have a great deal of trees does not mean ...

About half the water we use at home goes to outdoor watering. That amount is partly why many Angelenos have opted to swap out their thirsty grass for a drought-friendly lawn. These plants, especially ...

The freeze and thaw cycle has cracked your concrete driveway. Instead of paying thousands for professional repair, do it ...