Layering organic mulch over your garden beds protects plant roots from extreme heat, locks in moisture during dry spells, and ...

We all love the look of a freshly mulched garden bed or tree well. Besides looking great, there are quite a few other benefits to mulch. Mulch can suppress weeds by blocking the light that some seeds ...

It is advisable to mulch perennials, shrubs, newly planted trees, fruit, and some vegetables in fall, but not Mediterranean herbs, succulents, cacti, or irises ...

Shredded wood is a go-to for gardeners looking for affordable mulch, but it doesn't last long. There's a chunkier, more ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Elena Ebinger/Shutterstock It's doubtful that anyone starts a garden because they love weeding. Weeding is a chore, not an end in ...

Mulch is practical -- it holds moisture and controls weeds. It is also a design element that helps give your landscape a clean, unified look. What mulch should you use on your landscape beds? My first ...

When you tidy up the garden after the winter, don’t tidy it too much. “Make sure you leave the mulch layer that covers your garden’s soil,” said Sharon Yiesla, plant knowledge specialist in the Plant ...

The scents of spring often include the earthy smell of wood-based mulches being applied to landscapes. If you take part in this annual gardening chore, here are some things to know to help you make ...

We’re well into fall, but there are plenty of things still to do – or just dream about in the garden. You may have some questions. For answers, turn to Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer ...