We don’t often think about the roots of trees until there is a problem. A forester friend of mine called it a “fencepost mentality.” Being underground, they are often out of sight out of mind. However ...

Get ready for your local Soil & Water Conservation District tree sale. Learn how to test your soil, protect seedlings from deer and choose the best species.

Q I gathered acorns from an oak tree in front of my old office that is beautiful deep red in fall. I've never seen a beautiful colored oak! I read how to get them started, but now what? It's January, ...