Primitive Tool on MSN

We dug beneath thick tree roots, until the underground room nearly failed

Building an underground house beneath thick tree roots demanded patience from the very first dig. Cutting and working around ...
Primitive Survival Tool on MSN

We dug through endless tree roots, until strength started running out

Digging to build an underground house meant facing what was hidden beneath the forest floor. Thick tree roots wrapped through the ground, turning simple digging into exhausting, repetitive labor. Each ...
The Advocate

A vigorous root system is the most important factor in keeping plants healthy and growing

Although there are circumstances where tree roots must be cut, we should always keep root damage to an absolute minimum. Since the majority of a tree’s roots are in the upper 12 inches of the soil, it ...

When and how to plant fruit trees for 'fruitful' results

Dreaming of harvesting peaches, plums, apples or figs from your own backyard? Growing delicious homegrown fruit starts with ...
Southern Living on MSN

When Should You Plant Bare-Root Fruit Trees For Successful Spring Growth?

These dormant trees grow strong roots.