When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images Fall season is upon us and with it comes a list of rewarding outdoor tasks ...

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Mulch helps suppress weeds, keeps soil moist, and helps regulate soil temperatures. Adding a second layer of mulch after the ...

All ornamental plants greatly benefit from mulching when it’s done correctly, says LSU AgCenter horticulturist Allen Owings. Good mulching can have several beneficial effects on plants, the soil and ...

Applying mulch at the right time in autumn is key if you want to see the most benefits in your garden. Mulch too late, and your plants could suffer from cold damage. If you mulch too early, you may ...

The smell of spring is in the air in Greater Columbus — not the smell of hyacinths or daffodils, but the smell of freshly applied hardwood mulch around trees and shrubs and other perennial plants.

If you’ve ever raked up a pile of fallen pine needles, you’ve probably wondered: “Can I just… use these?” Spoiler alert: you ...

I have been wanting to plant an ash tree in my yard, but heard this is a bad idea. Should I find a different tree, possibly one native to Missouri? I am looking for something that is fast growing and ...

It seems like just about everyone is doing it — mulching. Mulching is an important gardening practice that offers several benefits. The most important is the ability to conserve moisture and keep the ...

A tidy layer of mulch in the landscape creates an air of neatness and order. But that’s not the best reason to go to the effort. Mulch — if properly applied — is a big help to trees, shrubs and ...

The differences between substances used for mulch are mostly about the aesthetics and convenience of the gardener. “Plants aren’t so particular,” said Sharon Yiesla, plant knowledge specialist at The ...

Each year, those with a green thumb spread out mulch to protect their gardens, plants and trees. Mulch has lots of benefits for plants including keeping them warm, protecting moisture and preventing ...