In reality, the root system of a tree looks more like the base of a wine glass with roots growing horizontally coming off of a root flare.

Should you cover exposed tree roots or leave them alone? Having exposed roots doesn’t necessarily hurt a tree, but mowing over those roots certainly can.

I received some bare root trees and shrubs as a gift and would like to know how to plant and care for them. — Jerry Rosen, Skokie That sounds like a great gift, just ahead of the growing season ...

A locust tree provides much-needed shade, but the roots are pushing up the bricks on the patio.

However, research on the determining factors of deep fine root and water utilization is limited. Methods: We measured the fine root biomass and water utilization of trees, shrubs and herbs, and soil ...

Looking into tree root removal but not sure where to start or what it entails? Learn more about tree root removal in this comprehensive guide.

If you have tree roots in your sewer line, it’s important to act swiftly to avoid damage. Here’s what to do when you see tree roots in a sewer line.

Scientists have many ways of tracing the influence of human activity on Earth's global environment. One approach is to carefully examine what's going on below ground. More specifically, dig up ...

Tree roots attract their associated microbial partners from the local soil community. Accordingly, tree root-associated microbial communities are shaped by both the host tree and local environmental ...