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 ...

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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.

Spread your mulch in an even layer 3 to 4 inches deep, and right at the base of the tree, keep it 2 to 3 inches away from the bark of the trunk. “If you have a garden under your tree, those ...

A common mistake that some homeowners and landscapers make when mulching trees is accidentally burying the tree's base in a mound, known as "mulch volcanoes," which can cause a host of root and ...

A common ailment of young trees is damage to the bark at the tree’s base. We usually create this damage in our zest to remove every blade of grass with the mower or string trimmer.

Rake mulch annually and decide to add additional mulch as needed. Pulling deep layers of mulch away from tree trunks will improve the tree's health relatively quickly. The flare at the base of the ...

They are common to see this time of year — volcano-shaped mounds of wood mulch piled high around the base of trees. These so-called mulch volcanoes can cover up several inches or up to 18 inches ...

Shredded tree trimmings are the top choice for many organic gardeners. These days no self-respecting bed — flower or vegetable — would be caught without a generous layer of mulch on the top.