Both pine straw or wood mulch make an excellent mulch for your garden depending on the situation. Here's how to decide when to use pine straw or mulch.

When weeds do appear, remove them before they flower. Deep-rooted weeds can be pulled using a stick weeder or pointed, narrow trowel (take care to avoid cutting drip lines). Very young weeds can be ...

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 ...

Proper mulching is one of the most beneficial practices you can provide for your trees and large shrubs, but selecting the right type of mulch makes all the difference.

In this informative video, learn how I prepare my vegetable garden beds using wood chip for sustainable and effective gardening. Discover step-by-step methods for improving soil health and promoting ...

Discoloration, thinning out, diseases, and excessive weeds are important signs that you need to replace your mulch. Pest issues and fungal growth also indicate it’s time for a refresh. Here’s a closer ...

From plans for spring harvest to spacing tips to planting basics, there’s a steady stream of tasks to do and things to look forward to ...

Potent Psilocybe mushrooms are thriving in city mulch beds in the Pacific Northwest—hinting that their future is tied to people.

Keeping leaves in your yard can bolster the number and variety of species around — and the perks go beyond just the fall season.

GUSHING OVER THESE GUMPO AZALEAS: Azaleas can bloom from late winter into early summer, depending on type. Pictured above are Gumpo Azaleas, which bloom in May and June. (Wikimedia Commons) “October ...