Don't stress if you have a tree that's not looking its best in the bark department. You can save a tree with damaged bark by first assessing the type of damage. Once you know the severity, you have a ...

As we start the task of cleaning up our yards and landscapes from the wind and rain of Debbie, Helene and Milton, we also need to check out our trees to see if there is any damage that needs to be ...

Purdue Landscape Report: April showers bring May Flowers. Many of us were taught this little rhyme to describe the weather of Spring. April has arrived along with the beginning of the Spring storm ...

A dying tree can be more than just an ugly sight. It may be a safety hazard and could fall and cause severe damage to your property or someone else's. How to Decide When it's Time Some signs of a dead ...

QUESTION: I’ve recently noticed a 6- to 8-inch gash in the bark at the base of a dogwood. Should I be concerned? Should I do anything to protect it from further damage? The tree seems to be in good ...

Q: I have two live oak trees in my front yard. Both were damaged by the February 2021 cold. One looks really bad in its lower trunk. Is it doomed? It is as green as normal at the top. It’s about 50 ...

Homeowners have complicated relationships with trees. Most people know how important trees are to our environment, our health, and the landscape on which their properties sit. At the same time, trees ...

Q: I have lost several large limbs from my maple tree. It is pretty stark. Should it be removed? L.S., Tulsa A: It would seem that Mother Nature is testing the mettle of our trees and shrubs. First we ...