When you admire a towering oak or a vibrant maple in your backyard, you're only seeing half the picture. Beneath the surface lies a sprawling, intricate world that is arguably more fascinating than ...

Home warranty coverage for sewer root damage . Most standard home warranty plans cover interior plumbing and sewer lines ...

Q: We bought our home about three months ago, and this week we had septic system inspected. The septic contractor found a large mass of tree roots in the tank and recommended that we flush about 10 ...

Roots belong underground. So why do we often find visible tree roots snaking along the soil surface in the lawn or garden? Some kinds of trees, such as maples, poplars and willows, naturally have ...

Q: We excavated a trench for drainage near an oak tree. At the closest point, we are maybe 12 feet from the trunk of the tree. We did not break any roots larger than about 3/4 inch. Will the tree live ...

Planting a tree is an investment in a future with more beauty and shade, less air pollution and flooding, and many other good ...

While growing large trees in your yard is beneficial for shade, aesthetics, and wildlife, there are some species you should keep well away from your house and perhaps avoid planting in your yard at ...

According to guidance from OSU Extension horticulture and forestry resources, the best times to plant new trees in the state ...