Planting flowers, perennials, shrubs and trees without mulching is rather like getting dressed for an evening event without combing your hair. Mulch is the finishing touch that makes flower beds look ...

There are many different types of mulch and not all work equally well in every location and purpose. The size of the area you want to cover as well as the type of plants that grow there are key ...

May is a month when mulch piles seem to magically appear in driveways all over Pennsylvania suburbia. It’s almost become a rite of spring to get out there and spread a fresh couple of inches of ...

Straw mulch is great for gardens. It locks in moisture, smothers weeds, and feeds plants. But it might also cause one of the ...

Covering garden beds for winter can protect from frost damage, but is it really necessary? Garden experts we asked said yes, ...

People think of mulch as something that provides a unifying look to their garden beds, but that’s not the reason you need it. Mulch, when done right, provides an insulating layer that protects your ...

Sometimes, a seemingly gentle nudge can hit the rawest of nerves. And it seems that last week’s gentle diatribe on the constantly perplexing practice of volcano mulching was just that kind of nudge.

A tour through some raised beds covered in giant lettuces and other delights fed by a rich quail and chicken manure mulch!

Shredded leaves make good mulch for your garden beds. Serious gardeners may consider renting a shredder, but be sure to use ear and eye protection when shredding leaves. Using a shredder is a ...

The first few weeks of April are ideal for turning lawn or bare space into garden beds. You’ll have the soil ready just in time for prime planting season. One caveat, though. Never dig soil when it’s ...

Keep mulch three to six inches away from tree trunks to prevent bark damage and allow air to circulate. Spread it evenly and ...