Q: We have a neighbor with an overgrown tree. We’ve tried everything to get her to trim it. She won’t do it, and it drops debris on our lawn and makes a mess of our house. What are our options? — Greg ...

To properly manage a tree, you need to know what species it is. Plus, tree identification is a lot of fun. Knowing a tree’s species is key to understanding their proper growing conditions, how to ...

If your trees are in need of a trim, the Sacramento Tree Foundation recommends pruning in the winter while the plants are dormant. But if it’s not your tree that needs trimming, there are a few things ...

When a neighbor’s tree hangs over your property it can be a nuisance—and even cause damage. But tread carefully before you trim it. Sometimes it seems like living in a society would be much better if ...

We often plant trees and shrubs near property lines for screening. Other times, it's the only way to keep them at a safe distance from the house. Unfortunately, those trees don't consider property ...

Nick has seven years of experience in the home improvement industry. He started his career marketing for dozens of flooring providers and related home services across North America. Today, he is a ...

Tennessee property owners are responsible for maintaining their own trees and preventing them from becoming a nuisance on neighboring properties. Trees whose trunks straddle property lines are ...