The trunk flare is the point where the base of the tree widens out just before roots begin. In heavy clay soils, I prefer to plant trees high, with the trunk flare 2 to 4 inches above grade.

Mulch piled up in a 1- or 2-foot tall mound "around the trunks of young trees is taking a good idea way, way too far," said Paul Cappiello, executive director at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens in ...

Keep the depth of the mulch at 2 to 4 inches, but never pile it up around the base of a tree. Persimmons do best when the soil pH is between 5.8 and 6.5.

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Chances are, you will see a giant pile of mulch at the bases of those trees. It is so widespread that someone ignorant of tree care might start to think this is the normal way to mulch trees.

A mulch circle should extend at least 3 feet from the trunk of the tree, but a wider area of mulch will benefit a tree even more. “Make it as wide as you are comfortable with,” Yiesla said.

With spring underway, I am noticing many trees being redressed in new mulch. This is a great way to help them as they prepare for the summer months.

Each year, those with a green thumb spread out mulch to protect their gardens, plants and trees. Mulch has lots of benefits for plants including keeping them warm, protecting moisture and preventing ...

Natural-colored mulch is “mulch more” forgiving. Keep the depth of the mulch at 2 to 4 inches, but never pile it up around the base of a tree.