Q: I pulled out my old, bent crepe myrtle and bought a new one from a grower. It’s still small, but I noticed the trunk is already curving. Is this going to be a problem like the old one? Is there ...

Bill, I wanted to get your thoughts on attempting to straighten up a leaning Magnolia tree. I planted the tree 8 years ago. Despite putting in two bracing poles, the tree leans over maybe 15 degrees.

I've got three young pear trees, and one is growing fine, but the other two are growing crooked. They start out growing straight, but then the leaders veer to one side after 3 or 4 feet. How do I ...

Hurricanes, tornadoes, and other extreme weather can take down even massive trees, but sometimes, the damage isn’t as severe. Instead of toppling over completely, trees can be left leaning to one side ...

Question: We had an ornamental pear tree planted on a berm about three years ago. It started to lean soon after planting, and the landscaper used a wooden stake and a wire to pull it back up straight.

Q: My young 10-foot oak tree leans after Hurricane Ike. It doesn't seem to have any other damage, and it appears to be green and healthy. Is it possible to straighten the tree? I am thinking of ...