Environmental factors and damage

After removing a tree, how deep should one remove the stump in order to plant a new tree?

You want to select a spot that’s at least five feet from the old site, which will improve the chances of your new tree...

Air pollution injury

Air pollution ozone

Are bore holes and bark splits in my mulberry caused by termites?

Have you "Pollarded" your Mulberry annually to maintain the size? Do you know approximately how old your tree is?...

Autumn color

Boron toxicity

Can holly trees near my house damage the foundation or pipes?

A holly on your foundation can create great year round color and privacy. It's also capable of growing towards your...

Can I grind down a few inches around a live oak tree to eliminate heavy growth of root sprouts?

I would highly recommend not grinding down around the tree. This would likely damage the tree quite severely. Sprouts...

Can I save my Purple Leaf Plum with a blackened split trunk?

Plums are susceptible to a number of diseases and structural problems based on age, size, cultural characteristics,...

Can I save my red oak with iron chlorosis and bare branches?

If you are seeing iron chlorosis that severe, you have to treat it by injecting ferric ammonium citrate directly into...