The Plant Medic columnist Ricky Kemery recommends best practices that will set trees up for success in local landscapes.

Double-check: Make sure the root flare is at or just slightly above the level of the surrounding soil. If necessary, tuck a ...

It’s that time of year when new trees and plants are finding their place in our gardens. One of my pet peeves in gardening is seeing a tree that is planted too deep, and unfortunately, I see a lot of ...

Planting a tree involves more than just digging a hole and dropping it in. Proper techniques can help a tree grow stronger and live longer. Fall is the ideal season for tree planting because the ...

Trees are often planted too deep by homeowners and professionals, so it is a good idea to understand how to position a new tree at the proper depth. Recently planted trees that resemble telephone ...

Trees provide shade, beautiful flowers, and gorgeous fall color in our yards, giving us plenty of reasons to add them to our landscaping. But when we plant saplings, it's important to avoid the ...