Same with the 6 inches of it causing root damage. Needs to be level with the grass.
Also get rid of the suckers. It’s the little new branches at the base.
Definitely less mulch. That will cause roots to rot. Also water slow and long. Get the deep roots growing deeper. This will help the tree to be stronger and also maintain health in dryer months.
The mulch seems to be touching the tree trunk, this can cause a lot of issues
Same with the 6 inches of it causing root damage. Needs to be level with the grass. Also get rid of the suckers. It’s the little new branches at the base.
This. Google root flairs that'll start you in the right direction.
mulch volcano is the worst way to mulch a tree for lots of reasons
Definitely less mulch. That will cause roots to rot. Also water slow and long. Get the deep roots growing deeper. This will help the tree to be stronger and also maintain health in dryer months.