Cutting exposed tree roots that grow up to the surface of the ground could damage the tree's support system and therefore is not recommended. Contributed. By Don Kinzler. May 24, 2025 at 9:11 AM.

Mr Skills. Cutting Girdling Roots to Make Trees Thrive Again. Posted: March 31, 2025 | Last updated: March 31, 2025. Ever wondered how cutting a girdling root can help a tree?

If a tree is causing you problems in your garden you need to be careful to check this one detail first - otherwise you can ...

“The best solution for bothersome surface roots is simply to mulch,” said Purcell. “Wood mulch is the best way to cover tree roots above the ground.” He suggested 2-3 inches of wood mulch to reduce ...

When Chopping Down Trees Is a Gift to the Environment. June 10, 2023. ... A single sunflower might not be the carbon hog that an oak tree is, but grass’s deep root systems store the element deep ...

Some courts have taken the view this right extends to cutting roots back to the property line as well. That view is outdated and extremely risky from a liability standpoint.

Lifestyle; Gardening; Gardening; Gardeners warned about chopping down trees or neighbours could 'call police' While many homeowners know they can legally cut or prune a tree that is overhanging ...