Is woodchip mulch good or bad for fruit trees and vegetable gardens? This video gives my opinion and awesome growing results ...

Before winter closes in, do one last thing for all the trees, shrubs and other plants in your garden: Make sure they have a ...

Q: I have used wood chips from tree cutting services for some time under oaks and places grass will not grow with great success. I’m now wondering if I can use them in the flowerbeds versus using pine ...

Q: Please provide me with recommendations for types of mulch for fruit trees. A: By definition, mulches lay on top of the soil surface and are not mixed with the soil. There are organic mulches such ...

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 ...

Key Points Fall mulch helps insulate soil, retain moisture, and protect roots from freeze-thaw cycles.It’s especially ...

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 ...

Homeowners who are looking for ways to promote healthy, growing trees in their yard are well-advised to remember this axiom: A ring is a tree’s best friend. Kansas State University horticulture expert ...

Q: I am seeing more and more trees in my neighborhoods with mulch piled up on the trunks (photos attached). Can you please explain why mulching like this is not a good idea? And then I’ll send the ...

SAN FRANCISCO (CBS SF) -- San Francisco residents can rest assured knowing that their old Christmas trees will continue to keep giving well after they've been chopped up and recycled. On Friday, ...