Which plants like peat-based compost, and which flourish more with manure? Get the dirt on this nutrient-rich soil additive.

Mulch can be expensive, but another budget-friendly option may improve soil, support pollinators, and help plants thrive ...

Many folks are now improving new and established gardens with mulch, but be wary of where you get it. It is possible to spread insects like the coconut rhinoceros beetle, sugarcane borer and fire ants ...

Mulch is well-known for its many great purposes. It retains moisture well and maintains temperature levels in the soil, increasing soil fertility, weed control, protecting roots from lawnmowers or ...

As gardeners embark on their annual spring weeding ritual, the subsequent step of mulching emerges as a vital practice for cultivating healthy beds and borders. Spreading a protective layer around ...

In a recent column, I proposed mulches composed of living plants as an environmentally-friendly alternative for suppressing weeds, enhancing garden plant growth and nurturing the soil. I suspect, ...

Drought-proof your garden before the July heat: compost, the 3-inch mulch rule, drip vs. soaker hose, and 10 plant swaps that ...