Shredded native tree-trimmings mulch (also called arborist wood chips) are the best choice for your plants. Having a canine helper like Nellie is optional.(Howard Garrett / Special Contributor) The ...

Mulch is a material used to reduce water loss from soil. Lately, it has not been unusual to question whether mulch is useful on dry soil. That may be an issue in the short term if the mulch is ...

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 ...