Trees are stunning focal points in landscaping, towering over plants basking in the dappled sunlight under their branches.

I’ve had some recent interactions with people frustrated by tree roots that surface, causing mowing difficulties and potential ankle-twisting opportunities. What can be done with surface roots?

Understanding Tree Root Growth When you plant that six-foot sapling in your yard with dreams of sitting under a large shade tree, be prepared to deal with surface roots eventually. Almost any ...

This free download Surface Root Syndrome publication will help you learn what surface roots are, common approaches to address the problem, and best practices to management. Resources Find an Arborist ...

I have a spruce tree in my yard that is about 60 years old and has several very large surface roots that I keep tripping over. Is it possible to remove these roots without harming the tree? It’s ...

Although roots protruding slightly above soil surface are natural, admittedly they can cause trouble when mowing or walking near the tree.

Melbourne, Victoria - September 04, 2025 - Fix-It Right Plumbing, based in Australia, comments that with spring just around ...

What do I do about tree roots at the ground surface? In Fielding Questions, readers also asked about caring for a Wodarz apple tree and what to do about a rhubarb seed stalk.

Sep. 8—DANVILLE — The root collar of a tree is an area at the base of the trunk where root tissue and trunk tissue meet. In recent years, the field of arboriculture has started to recognize ...

I’ve had some recent interactions with people frustrated by tree roots that surface, causing mowing difficulties and potential ankle-twisting opportunities. What can be done with surface roots?

Large trees often develop surface roots that can damage sidewalks, mower blades, and tree health. Mulch 2–3 inches deep to cover roots safely and reduce maintenance without harming the tree ...