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Grinding down oak roots is dangerous to the tree, and maybe to you. Here's a better way.

I have multiple roots from a live oak running along my front yard. I would like to grind them down with a wood carver disc, so the bottom deck and blade of my rider mower do not get torn up. I thought ...
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For healthy oaks, don't grind down ground-level roots; instead, add more soil to cover them

I have multiple roots running along my front yard from a live oak and a water oak. I would like to grind them down with the wood carver disc so the bottom deck and blade of my rider mower do not get ...
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Homeowner warned after sharing photo of major landscaping issue: 'Not a good idea'

Avoiding mulch volcanoes goes a long way in keeping trees healthy, as well. The main issue with this type of mulching is that ...
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Tree Surface Roots in the Landscape

I’ve had some recent interactions with people frustrated by tree roots that surface, causing mowing difficulties and potential ankle-twisting opportunities. What can be done with surface roots?
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I quit my tech job to grind tree stumps. I'm outdoors, working with my hands, on my own schedule, and making a good living.

Tyler Mumford left tech sales in 2024 to take his stump grinding business in Utah full-time. His sales skills and tech-savvy approach helped him quickly generate revenue and clients. Mumford's ...
Purdue University

When Tree Roots Surface

Much to the dismay of homeowners, landscape trees sometimes grow roots on top of the surface of the lawn or possibly even buckle sidewalks and driveways. These surface roots can be quite a nuisance to ...