Q: I have this lovely deodara cedar that is like 15-16 feet tall that is leaning (see reader's photo). Should I worry about it? How would I correct it? Who would I get to correct it? A: I do see your ...

Planting trees is one way to create a beautiful landscape and add curb appeal. They change with the seasons, provide shade, and shelter wildlife. But this isn’t a plant-it-and-forget-it situation.

Question: There are several large trees around my house. One has mushrooms growing around the trunk; another has begun to tilt toward the house. What do you suggest I do about them? Answer: From what ...

CHRIS. THANK YOU. THIS WINTER STORM WILL ARRIVE JUST OVER THREE MONTHS SINCE HURRICANE HELENE RIPPED DOWN TREES THROUGHOUT OUR AREA. AND NOW HOMEOWNERS SAY THEY’RE WORRIED THAT THIS NEXT STORM COULD ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

Dead limbs, exposed roots, and fungus are signs a tree is in trouble. Dead limbs, visible fungus, or storm damage can all point to deeper issues—an arborist can help decide if the tree can be saved or ...