Crepe myrtle trees are a lovely addition to any yard or garden, but they are picky about their water needs. Overwatering can ...

Another technique is to use the sharp tool to go up from the bottom of the root ball, about two-thirds the distance between the bottom and top roots. Rotate the root ball 90 degrees and cut up again.

I recently bought a house in rural East Texas. It’s on 2.5 acres of heavily forested land. I didn’t walk the entire area ...

Is there any hope for my crape myrtle plant that was frozen in recent winters? Absolutely. These sprouts are coming up from its root system. They are genetically the same as the top growth that was ...

I have several overgrown azalea bushes and want to rejuvenate them. Is it too late to cut them back now? I do realize I would lose the spring flowers, but I’m afraid the overgrown condition of the ...

As summer comes to a close and leaves start to turn, it might be a good time to check your trees for dead or low-hanging branches. While you can trim your own trees, though, your neighbors' are a ...

Having your neighbor's tree hang over your yard can be an eyesore or an irritation. But, who is responsible for trimming those overhanging branches? Is it your job or your neighbor's? Lucky for you, ...

North Carolina law permits trimming a neighbor's branches that overhang your property line, provided the tree isn't damaged. Before trimming, communicate with your neighbor, consider hiring a ...

If your neighbor's tree is growing into your yard, you may be tempted to take matters into your own hands. Good news: in Wisconsin, you're allowed to trim branches, roots or other vegetation from your ...