Timing is everything when it comes to mulching, which is spreading mostly organic matter over the surface of soil to protect and improve its condition. But doing it too early could create problems, as ...

In all its variations, mulch is a garden's and gardener's best friend. You can shred all of those autumn leaves or use another type of mulch to feed your lawn, enrich the soil in the vegetable garden, ...

Do you utilize mulch in the garden? If you do, that’s great! If you don’t, you should consider adding mulch to the garden, as there are many benefits. Benefits of mulch include preserving moisture, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Want to suppress weeds, conserve moisture, and enrich your soil over time? The first step is choosing the best type of mulch for your garden.

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 suppress weeds, keeps soil moist, and helps regulate soil temperatures. Adding a second layer of mulch after the ...

You should never mulch in early spring, as it stunts growth, but you should also avoid mulching when the ground is very cold ...

The end of June is a busy time as the garden needs clipping, weeding and in some cases watering this week. The lawns in Western Washington grow fast this time of year, so they may need fertilizing as ...

ROCHESTER — A weekend of glorious fall weather provided ample opportunity for me to enjoy my backyard kitchen garden. Getting my fingers dirty in the soil, growing food, then gathering the last of the ...

I understand that there have been situations where a husband has gotten ready for a social event only to have their wife state that the outfit they are wearing “clashes.” This situation has not ...

You might think that since summer’s over, your garden tasks are totally over, too — but there’s actually a lot you can do right now to make your garden healthier and more lush this spring. Raking, ...