Trees can be a joy to grow in the backyard. They add height, bring lots of wildlife and offer natural shade. However, the shade they create can also make it hard to grow care for a lawn under their canopies.
'It can be tricky to get grass to grow happily under trees. A tree will cast a big shade, prevent rain from reaching ground level and compete with the grass for water and nutrients,' says Drew Swainston, former professional gardener and gardens content editor at Homes & Gardens.
