When we think of a tree, we usually picture a single big trunk that divides into branches overhead. Yet sometimes trees may sprout small stems sprouting from the base of the trunk, down by the roots.

When you see little shoots growing under your trees, you may find it fortunate that the parent tree is providing you with baby trees. Unfortunately, those little shoots may harm and even kill your ...

As Hawaii recovers from the devastating wildfires, which left at least 97 dead and caused vast damage, hope emerges as Lahaina's historic banyan tree, which was scorched during the disaster, began to ...

Q: I have a few trees in my yard that have growth at the bottom as shown in the photo. Should I cut the sprouts down? If so, what's the best way to do it without hurting the tree? — John A. A: The ...

Find out more about our Reverse Course series here. In August 2021, a wildfire ripped through the Superior National Forest in northern Minnesota, scorched more than 26,000 acres and nearly burned ...