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Tree roots could be causing more damage than you realize—here's what to do

Key Takeaways 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 ...

Garden calendar: For the week of June 21

Lisa Johnson is the Horticulture Educator for Dane County Extension. She trains Master Gardener Volunteers, gives ...
Homes and Gardens on MSN

Elizabeth Taylor's childhood home reveals the anti-fence solution to privacy

Carefully pruned shrubs, green trees, and arching greenery turn the actress's childhood home into a hidden oasis – luckily, the method is easy to recreate ...
WTOL

Invasive moth threatens boxwood shrubs in northwest Ohio

LUCAS COUNTY, Ohio — People in northwest Ohio may remember attempts to stop the spread of the Emerald Ash Borer in the early 2000s when Ash trees across the region were cut down. Most are familiar ...
NPR

Bumblebees have tiny brains but they can solve problems like chimps and elephants

For new discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines, follow NPR's ShortWave podcast . Over a century ago, the German psychologist Wolfgang Köhler conducted what became a ...