When we think of a tree, we usually picture a single big trunk that divides into branches overhead. Yet sometimes trees may sprout small stems sprouting from the base of the trunk, down by the roots.

When you see little shoots growing under your trees, you may find it fortunate that the parent tree is providing you with baby trees. Unfortunately, those little shoots may harm and even kill your ...

To a shade tree, the first part of that supply chain is its roThere’s not one of us who hasn’t been impacted by supply chain issues these past 12 or 18 months. When the supplies don’t get where ...

Q: My live oak has tons of these little sprouts all around it. Pulling them would be very tedious. I’m reluctant to put a weedkiller on them until I have professional advice. What would you suggest?

When we think of a tree, we usually picture a single big trunk that divides into branches overhead. Yet sometimes trees may sprout small stems sprouting from the base of the trunk, down by the roots.

This live oak with its mass of surface roots was a poor choice for parkway planting. Neil Sperry Special to the Star-Telegram To a shade tree, the first part of that supply chain is its roThere’s not ...