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 ...

Cold weather makes it tough for plants to soak up the water they need. When you add mulch before the snow, it helps lock in ...

CLARKS SUMMIT, Pa. — Now that the leaves have fallen and the weather is crisp, cool and comfortable, it's a great time to do some outdoor gardening that will really make a difference come spring time.

Mulch provides a variety of benefits for gardens, including weed control, temperature regulation, and moisture retention. Organic mulches, like compost and wood chips, decompose over time, enriching ...

Adding mulch to your garden is invaluable for controlling weeds and keeping the soil moist. While bark chips are probably ...

My garden sure wood be nothing without mulch! Like choosing the right plant for the right place, mulch should match the conditions and plants growing in your garden. Mulch can be plant-based: compost, ...

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