Ever noticed those giant piles of mulch around trees in new neighborhoods? Turns out, it’s a big no-no called a 'mulch volcano,' and arborists are losing it over how common it is. Burying the root flare can literally choke the tree, wasting tons of money and killing trees way too soon. Pro tip: mulch should look like a donut, not a volcano! Let’s save our trees (and our wallets) with smarter landscaping. #TreeCare #GardeningFails #LandscapingTips #Home