Mulches would do the same to the wildflower seeds. Mulching over them would prevent them from properly germinating and ...

One of the easiest ways to show your garden some TLC is by mulching it. But what are the benefits of mulching your garden, does it matter what types you use, and what else should you know before you ...

Organic mulch keeps soil cool, moist, and weed-free while boosting long-term soil health. Great natural mulches include compost, chopped leaves, pine needles, and straw. A thick 3-inch mulch layer, ...

This summer’s extended period of extreme heat and drought has wreaked havoc on all plants great and small. One gardening practice that can make a considerable difference in combating extreme ...

One of the most important and often overlooked aspects of gardening is mulch. Mulch is not only decorative (although it can be), it helps the soil retain moisture and controls weeds—two benefits that ...

Bushes in yard mulched with black mulch from a wagon - Ozgurcoskun/Getty Images 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 ...

Picking rocks out of Missouri dirt may be a never-ending endeavor, but what about gardening in clay soil? This week's column ...

Used correctly, mulch builds and improves your soil like nothing else. But don’t make these common mistakes. By Margaret Roach Mulch provides so many services in the garden, from retaining soil ...

Did you know that many herbs are cold-hardy and will survive the winter outdoors with proper care? Here's how to maximize your herb garden's chances of thriving all through the winter.