Learn how to kill a tree safely and effectively to eliminate invasive, unsightly, or improperly placed trees. There are lots of reasons to plant new trees, but sometimes you need to know how to kill a ...

Incorrect pruning, particularly “topping,” is the surest way to ruin a tree. If it doesn’t kill the tree outright, it will result in extremely dense growth at the ends of the chopped-off branches.

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 tree. Never cut ...

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Removing tree of heaven helps protect native plants, stops spotted lanternflies, and prevents damage to ecosystems and ...

Q: Could you provide some basic guidance on how not to kill a tree? I see conflicting information everywhere! Unfortunately, there are many ways to kill a tree, so I will try to cover the most common ...