Would you like to dress up your tree with a garden around it? That’s fine — as long as it consists of compatible plants in the ground, and is not a raised planter. Raised planters are a common sight ...

Arbor Day is the last Friday in April in Indiana, a date strategically chosen to be right in the middle of one the best time periods all year to plant a tree in Indiana. Fall is also a good time. As ...

With the drought continuing to linger, many outdoor gardening activities are on hold. Moisture levels are reaching critical ...

Q: I am seeing more and more trees in my neighborhoods with mulch piled up on the trunks (photos attached). Can you please explain why mulching like this is not a good idea? And then I’ll send the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Spring planting season is upon us and a record number of Americans are readying for the annual rite of mulching their planting ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Homeowners have complicated relationships with trees. Most people know how important trees are to our environment, our health, and ...

INDIANAPOLIS – A critical sign of health throughout a tree’s lifetime is the base of the trunk where the roots spread into the ground. That part of the tree is called the flare. It needs to be kept ...

Each year, those with a green thumb spread out mulch to protect their gardens, plants and trees. Mulch has lots of benefits for plants including keeping them warm, protecting moisture and preventing ...