In a pioneering initiative in Tamil Nadu, coconut farmers from the Pollachi region of Coimbatore district have begun using a ...

Driven by the growing threat of Root Wilt Disease affecting their crop, coconut farmers of the Pollachi region in Coimbatore ...

Tree root systems are seldom on the minds of forest owners, tree planters, and general dendrophiles. Roots are rarely exposed, and so misconceptions about how they grow and function can influence ...

Tree and yard owners are often faced with the problem of a tree's exposed surface roots. Tree roots that grow on the surface are difficult to mow or walk over and can affect the growth and health ...

“The best solution for bothersome surface roots is simply to mulch,” said Purcell. “Wood mulch is the best way to cover tree roots above the ground.” He suggested 2-3 inches of wood mulch to reduce ...

Norway maple roots are not as aggressive. There is really no reason for them to "attack" the home's foundation. I suppose if the tree was very strong and there was no where else for them to go ...

If you cover the tree’s roots, the tree will only work harder to reach closer to the soil’s surface to reach water and nutrients. All the more reason not to cover your tree’s roots.

If you’ve tried snaking and plunging your slow-draining sink and you still can’t figure out what’s causing the clog, it may be time to start looking into whether there are tree roots ...

Q: We moved to a property where there are many shallow, large roots spreading out from a mature tree in the lawn, and the roots have holes in a few places. Should we fill them in to prevent rot? A… ...

“When dealing with surface root syndrome, be certain that any mitigation does not compromise tree health and increase the risk for tree failure,” said Purcell. While troublesome, he said that ...

If you cover the tree’s roots, the tree will only work harder to reach closer to the soil’s surface to reach water and nutrients. All the more reason not to cover your tree’s roots.