Key PointsSome problems trees cause include droppings, pests, and aggressive and invasive growth.Depending on the problem tree you have, you may be able to leave it with mitigation measures in ...

When we think of weeds, often what comes to mind are small, quick-growing plants such as the dandelions or couch grass we might find in our gardens. You may not think of trees as being weedy. But ...

Problem trees in Southport’s Franklin Square Park forced the prominent city park to close for an undetermined time beginning late last year. In December, the Southport Board of Aldermen received a ...

A tree that shows significant signs of rotten or decayed areas in the trunk may need to be removed if it poses a threat to buildings. Trees whose trunks have large cavities with extensive decay should ...

CITYWIDE — As city officials continue their investigation into the extent of alleged defects in the city's urban forest, arborists point to nurseries as the possible root of the problem. Members of ...

A yard full of trees is lovely for creating a canopy of shade, but some trees can become quickly become problems. Whether it’s due to their invasive nature, the seeds or leaves that they drop, or ...