Q: Can you help me figure out what’s likely going on with this river birch tree? The tree has been dropping leaves incessantly since about April/May, hundreds per day. Should this tree be dropping its ...

I never like to have trees cut down unless it is necessary. Some deciding factors are obvious, such as storm or equipmen damage. Or, maybe they have grown too close to your home or other buildings.

Q: We are moving to a new state and don't know much about the trees that grow there. Can you give us some tips on what to ...

Dear Neil: I have two weeping willows, one hybrid poplar and a river birch tree. They are all fairly close to one another. The willows and poplar are 2 years old, and I've had the birch for one year.