Each year, those with a green thumb spread out mulch to protect their gardens, plants and trees. Mulch has lots of benefits for plants including keeping them warm, protecting moisture and preventing ...

Homeowners have complicated relationships with trees. Most people know how important trees are to our environment, our health, and the landscape on which their properties sit. At the same time, trees ...

When it comes to looking after your garden, nutrient-rich mulch is a great solution. You spread it on the surface of your soil to retain water, boost plant growth, suppress the weeds and improve the ...

A layer of mulch is a powerful way to defend your plants against summer heat, drought and overbearing weeds, while improving the soil to nourish their roots. But what is the best kind of mulch? “There ...

Q: If I place mulch around trees, how can I fertilize them around the dripline? Isn’t the mulch in the way? A: When we talk about watering and fertilizing at or around the dripline of a tree, we are ...