Properly deciphering the branching pathways of evolution could unlock the history of every component of natural biology.

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 ...

Although there are circumstances where tree roots must be cut, we should always keep root damage to an absolute minimum. Since the majority of a tree’s roots are in the upper 12 inches of the soil, it ...

Tree roots growing at or slightly above the soil surface are called surface roots. Homeowners having trees with these surface roots are frustrated with the additional challenges posed by mowing and ...

A plant’s root system has a profound effect on its overall health. Look at the roots of a sick, struggling plant, and you will often see a sick, struggling root system. While plants may tolerate ...