“A new neighbor decided to limb up some spruce trees to about 8 feet along the property line and I am now looking at bare soil on my side of the trees. Will a shady grass blend work in this situation?

A tree surrounded by green lawn is a pretty picture for many people, but it’s hard to achieve — and tough on the tree. “Turf grass and trees don’t go together well,” said Stephanie Adams, a plant ...

Ever noticed bare soil or patchy grass failing to grow around the trunks of your trees? This is a common issue that occurs ...

Q: No matter what I do, I just can’t get grass to grow in the shady areas of my yard. Is there some way to get good grass under trees and other shady areas? A: This is a common question. To address ...

As our beautiful trees that we have watched grow finally become mature, it can be challenging trying to get something to grow under the shade of their canopy. We’ve probably tried various grasses and ...

Poor plant growth under a spruce tree due to lack of water, nutrients and light. Q: I just moved into a new property. It has a large spruce tree on the front lawn that slopes towards a sidewalk facing ...

Large lawn with lots of shade - Zhen Li/Getty Images Big patches of cool shade offer idyllic spots to relax on hot summer days, whether you're tossing a ball to your dog or swinging in a hammock. Your ...

Big patches of cool shade offer idyllic spots to relax on hot summer days, whether you're tossing a ball to your dog or swinging in a hammock. Your grass? That's a different story. Most turfgrass ...