While the tradition of raking leaves to be burned or bagged is still upheld by many, it may not be the best option. Here's ...

Shredded leaves make good mulch for your garden beds. Serious gardeners may consider renting a shredder, but be sure to use ear and eye protection when shredding leaves. Using a shredder is a ...

As the leaves change and temperatures drop, your yard needs a bit of attention to prepare for the colder months.

Use mulch, leaves, or compost in the fall to insulate soil and boost nutrients. Add biochar or sulfur for soil health, and clear weeds before winter. Plant cover crops before frost to enrich soil and ...

Mulch helps create a uniform look, regulates moisture and temperature levels, and prevents weed growth. Organic mulch comes from natural sources, while inorganic mulch is dyed or treated with ...

On one hand, chemical weed killers often work fast but leave you wondering what you’re spraying near vegetables your family ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Mulch is a great garden tool for so many reasons. It’s useful for insulating newly-planted perennials and ...

LET’S HEAD TO THE GREEN. WELCOME TO TODAY’S GROWTH GREEN, WHERE BRANCH HILL FARM IN MILTON MILLS. AND I’M JOINED BY SEAN O’BRIEN OF USA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION. SEAN, ONE OF THE THINGS AND I’M SURE I’M ...

I thought I would be clever and title this article “Mulch Ado About Nothing.” Fortunately, I’ve got a few functioning brain cells and they told me to Google that name. The result was an extensive list ...

Used coffee grounds offer an eco-friendly solution for garden pest control and soil enrichment. By creating barriers, mixing into the soil, or using as mulch, coffee grounds deter pests like slugs and ...

You may have an abundance of this product already on hand, or you can start saving it for the next growing season.

Bare soil is a bad thing, so any natural mulch is better than no mulch. Why am I so negative about some mulches and positive about others, especially shredded native tree trimmings? Let’s review the ...