A properly planted tree sits with its root flair visible when you’re done planting. You can’t determine how deep to dig your hole until you find the root flair. So whether you have a container or B&B ...

Plant Medic columnist Ricky Kemery suggests looking at issues in root zone of willow with sparse branches this year.

A money tree’s care routine may seem intimidating ... starting at the base of the plant for new plants or continuing on the ...

So whether you have a container or B&B (ball & burlap) plant, gently investigate to top of the root mass. And don’t be surprised if your B&B tree has 6 inches or more of loose soil above the ...