With many areas of Southern California starved for shade, the region’s largest water supplier has launched a rebate program offering residents and businesses up to $500 as an incentive to plant trees.

Q. I have a large oak tree in my backyard that has been in decline recently. The grass under the tree does poorly. Does the tree take away the nutrients the grass needs? Should I apply more fertilizer ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Different kinds of trees bring different kinds of features, and one of those elements is the roots. For many people, these bare pieces look ...