A fleet of signage paved the driveway leading up to a private venue near the Houston Polo Club for Thursday’s Root Ball. Each marker noted various Trees for Houston statistics and achievements, ...

Weather-wise, Thursday didn't get off to the best start. Cloudy skies and morning rain threatened to disrupt Trees for Houston's 25th anniversary Root Ball. Given the organization's reputation for ...

Planting a tree (or several trees) is a great way to create a legacy that can last for generations on a landscape. However, planting trees requires specific care and steps to ensure a successful ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The following is an excerpt of Now Is the Time for Trees by Dan ...

Staking prevents the root ball from shifting and incurring damage while the tree acclimates to its surroundings. To reap the ...

Before planting your tree, soak the root ball and remove excess soil and artificially high roots. Howard Garrett / Special Contributor Continuing our discussion of tree planting, it’s time to put the ...

B&Bs, which are generally harvested in the spring and fall, are slower to grow because their root system was severed in the process. Potted trees grow faster because their root systems remain intact ...

A person prepares to transplant a tree in their garden. Photo courtesy Getty Images. Welcome to our tree column, “Ask your local arborist.” Each month, arborists from the Davey Tree Expert Company in ...

Whether you want to plant trees for environmental reasons or just to spruce up your yard, a good way to start is by researching the specific needs of the trees in mind. Some need more water, some less ...