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 ...

Mulch is one of the most useful materials to add to garden beds. Not only does mulch tidy up the look of the garden, but adding a thick layer around your plants can keep weeds away and make your ...

March Madness is a tough topic in the Cappiello household these days. Having grown up on the magic of the Big East tournament in Madison Square Garden, with Al McGuire and Louie Carnesseca roaming the ...

Mulch helps retain moisture in the soil, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weeds. Composted hardwood bark is an excellent mulch choice for the Northeast, while pine straw and pine fines are ...

With so many choices available at garden centers, how do you choose the best mulch material for your vegetable garden? Wood chips or pine bark? Or perhaps a synthetic material that will help trap ...

With so many types of mulch on the market, it can feel impossible to know how to best use mulch in your garden. The best kind of mulch should nourish and protect your plants from weather and wildlife ...

Q: I have a large pile of woodchips from trees that were taken down near the power lines on my property. Are there any issues with using these woodchips around my landscape and orchard? I have ...

Timing is essential when it comes to mulching your garden beds and you could end up trapping cold air. Here's the best time ...