Marshmallow root (Althaea officinalis) may offer health benefits such as easing coughs and colds, relieving skin irritation, alleviating pain, and more. However, more research is necessary.

The planting hole should be wide enough to accommodate the tree’s root system and deep enough so that the roots can spread out naturally. A general rule of thumb is to dig a hole that is 2 to 3 times ...

For decades, city engineers struggled with mature tree roots cracking and lifting sidewalks, creating uneven steps and hazards for those who walk on them. The city traditionally turned to asphalt ...

At the same time, this fertilizer makes the roots stronger and the plant grows healthier. Each unit weighs 4.5 pounds and lasts around three months. You can use it for new or existing banana trees, ...

The primary functions of roots are to anchor the tree to the ground, store carbohydrates, absorb water and nutrients, and conduct those nutrients to the vascular system of the tree. Having healthy ...

In many homes, during festivals and rituals, a banana tree is grown indicative of growth and an auspicious beginning. While the banana is a symbol of abundance, the coconut is often considered to ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — JEA and tree service crews spent Wednesday morning trimming trees in Jacksonville, after heavy rainfall, left yards saturated and increased the risk of dead trees falling.

Norm Cappitte planted banana trees in his yard along North Brockway Avenue, so she could experience plants just like they have in the warm climate. Norm and his wife passed away in 2022 and their ...