Unraveling the Mystery: Girdling Roots and Tree Damage
Girdling roots, a serious problem for many trees in our urban forest, are roots that encircle the trunk and/or root flare of a tree. These roots stunt the growth of your tree and are detrimental to the long term health of your tree. As a result of girdling roots, a tree may display symptoms such […]
Say NO To Volca-NO Mulching
Mulch is an excellent addition to any tree or garden bed when used appropriately. Unfortunately, it is all too common in our urban environment to see mulch excessively piled up against the trunk of the tree, commonly referred to as volcano mulching. This practice is detrimental to the tree and in all cases, will lead […]