A backhoe contractor disregards root protection specs, severing numerous large woody roots on one side of the tree. The old tree looks fine for about two years, then the upper branches start to die.

A California couple has been fined for digging up and burying dozens of protected Joshua trees to make room for a home they were building, officials said.

“I’ve dug here before … I’m sure it’s OK.” Before you put a shovel in the ground or fire up that backhoe, you must get an underground utility locate for every digging project. As ...

CANBERRA, Australia -- Two workmen used a backhoe to dig up grass, topsoil and 10 palm trees from an Australian front yard before realizing they were at the wrong address and fleeing, a homeowner ...

In the Garden If you’re looking for a truly spectacular small tree for a sunny location with good drainage, Arctostaphylos x ‘Austin Griffiths’ is an excellent choice. This ...