Got an ugly tree stump hanging around? This surprisingly simple mulch trick makes stump removal way easier than you'd expect — no heavy tools, no headaches.

Some people think tree stumps are whimsical, while others hate them. Leaving it to rot in place has pros and cons, as does removing it. Which is right for you?

At first glance, a tree stump might seem like an easy target for a weekend DIY project. After all, it’s just manual removal of a piece of wood sticking out of the ground—how hard could it be? But ...