It may be cold, but spring is just over the horizon. You may have gardening questions. For answers, turn to Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool from Oregon State University’s Extension ...

Why planning matters: Tree roots and branches can cause structural damage if planted too close to buildings or utilities, so species and placement should be chosen carefully. Care through the seasons: ...

I’ve had some recent interactions with people frustrated by tree roots that surface, causing mowing difficulties and potential ankle-twisting opportunities. What can be done with surface roots?

Tree roots growing at or slightly above the soil surface are called surface roots. Homeowners having trees with these surface roots are frustrated with the additional challenges posed by mowing and ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Roots belong underground. So why do we often find visible tree roots snaking along the soil surface in the lawn or garden? Some kinds of trees, such as maples, poplars and willows, naturally have ...