"It's better for the tree to leave its root flares exposed. It looks like a wonderful oak and I would encourage you to keep its health first and foremost in your mind."
TFC:
Thank you for the warning! I'll address this immediately. I'd never heard of "root flare". I did a google search for "oak root flare" and the page from Aborilogical Services Inc., of Dallas TX, gave a nice explanation for the reason why it's a problem for the tree.
Craw:
I read up on the "Jack in the Pulpit", what an interesting specimen and it should work well with the hostas! Thanks!
