It's one thing to cut down an old tree, and another (challenging) thing entirely to remove the stump that gets left behind.

Pour 3 to 4 ounces of tree stump removal chemicals into each of the holes in granule form, then fill the holes with water so the chemicals can soak in. Wait 4 to 6 weeks for the chemicals to ...

When removing a tree from your property, having the trunk and canopy cut off is just the first step of this involved (and sometimes dangerous) task. It's common to have a plan for cutting the tree ...

A flowering cherry stump has been drilled, with potassium nitrate (saltpeter) applied to the holes to speed the rotting of the stump. The last step would be to cover it all with shredded native tree ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...