"The reason mulch needs to be replaced is because it loses color, decomposes, and will become less effective at retaining ...

If you’ve been putting off refreshing the mulch in your garden beds, late spring is certainly one of the better times to do it, but only if you do it right. The desire to get out there the minute the ...

Mulch should protect your plants, not invite weeds. When you choose the wrong type or apply it poorly, you create the perfect ...

Mulch helps conserve soil moisture, but improper use can dry out soil. Refresh the mulch when it decomposes, compacts, or becomes too thin or too thick to remain effective. Natural mulch is best for ...

Shredded organic matter is a boon to beds, borders and edible gardens. Here’s how to use it. By Sal Vaglica For gardeners, spring has a way of opening wallets as easily as forsythia and crocuses ...

Now is the time to prepare raised-bed gardens for fall and winter flowers and/or vegetables so they are ready for planting in September. Compost and mulch are two ingredients essential to the ...

Most people know what mulch is. But there's a lot to know about the different types of mulches, and many tips and tricks to ensure the best results in your garden. There are four important reasons to ...

By Katie Markheim Nebraska Extension Master Gardener Volunteer What’s one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect plants in the landscape or ...

The solution is simple: wait. As soon as the ground is firmed up and dried enough to be able to do light activity without damage, you are good to go. Mulching too soon is not only a waste of effort, ...