Home gardeners continue to look for ways to make the most of limited space while reducing maintenance. Edible ground covers ...

Neil Sperry explains mulch volcanoes, what to do if ryegrass is taking over St. Augustine, and how to treat black spot fungus ...

Mulch is essential for garden beds to retain moisture, suppress weeds and moderate soil temperature. But using the wrong type can cause harm.

Powered by either a gas or electric motor, wood chippers use a set of blades that shred just about anything that falls from a ...

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

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

When you look at your garden beds and borders, do you see any bare soil? If so, mulch is in order. Mulch is defined as a protective layer applied over soil to retain moisture, suppress weeds and ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

Nearly a billion pounds of plastic film mulch is used in American agriculture each year, and most of it is dumped into ...

Recycling plastic mulch film is feasible, provided the thin sheets are thoroughly cleaned of regional soil contaminants ...