u/BlackClagger

I recently moved Into a house with a storm damaged cedar elm , 3 live oaks and 4 red oaks. I love them all very much. The previous owner had a pave stone well installed around the trees in the front. These trees also have Holley planted around the base. I want to remove the wells and bushes . How would I go about removing the Holley without damaging the trees ? Is this possible ? Any help is greatly appreciated, thank you. Also any advice on damaged cedar elm also appreciated!