Planting a tree this spring? Avoid a common mistake that can affect its health for years—here’s what to know before you dig.

Some trees with buried root flares will have spaghetti-like roots trying to reach the surface for air. They should be removed and the hole left open, exposing the flare. Howard Garrett / Special ...

I would hate it if someone made me wear a turtleneck sweater (remember that 70s fad, boomer friends?) all summer long. Well, it appears that many people in our region do that to our young trees with ...

If you’re planning to plant trees or shrubs this fall, the most important thing you can do to ensure their success is not to plant them too deeply. “Roots need to be just underneath the surface of the ...

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Could you find the root flare on a tree? Most of us have probably never heard the term, but that particular feature is key to properly planting a tree. A common mistake is to place the root flare too ...

Planting or transplanting a tree, shrub or perennial is all about giving its roots a good home in the soil. “It’s the only time we see the roots and can focus on what they need,” said Sharon Yiesla, ...

You should be able to stand on the flares of a properly exposed tree — as with this Arkansas state champion magnolia. Howard Garrett / Special Contributor Questions related to root-flare exposure are ...