Adding mulch to the base of trees can be an arduous task involving wheelbarrows and shovels. This cool alternative fights ...

An innovative program in Petaluma is helping residents get rid of water-hogging landscaping in favor of drought-tolerant ...

Mulch is a good way to refresh your garden beds once or twice a year, but beautification isn’t its only job. It’s excellent for suppressing weeds, retaining moisture, and boosting the overall health ...

Mulch is defined as a protective layer applied over soil to retain moisture, suppress weeds and moderate soil temperature ...

Mulching is supposed to keep soil moist for longer, but sometimes, it does the opposite. Find out when dry soil warrants a ...

Types of Mulch When you’ve decided you’re ready to start enjoying the numerous benefits of mulch, you’re not limited to just the standard by-the-bag chips from home improvement centers—you have ...

Is there any truth to the claim that pine needle mulch makes soil more acidic, or is it a myth? We looked at the science of ...

If you have a compost pile where you put grass clippings, leaves and weeds that have not gone to seed, you have a supply of your own mulch to apply to shrub and flower beds. You can also purchase ...

Wondering what that white foam is creating an eyesore in your softscape? We're here to help you diagnose the cause, but don't ...