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Grinding down oak roots is dangerous to the tree, and maybe to you. Here's a better way.

I have multiple roots from a live oak running along my front yard. I would like to grind them down with a wood carver disc, so the bottom deck and blade of my rider mower do not get torn up. I thought ...
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For healthy oaks, don't grind down ground-level roots; instead, add more soil to cover them

I have multiple roots running along my front yard from a live oak and a water oak. I would like to grind them down with the wood carver disc so the bottom deck and blade of my rider mower do not get ...

How to Kill a Tree Stump, According to Experts—And Why It’s Important for Your Yard’s Health

Stumped on how to keep your lawn healthy? Clear your yard (and ward off pests in the process) with help from our handy guide ...