Learn More › Mulch can help your garden thrive, and keeps it looking more tidy. Virtually all types of mulch for landscaping ...

It makes lawns and flower beds look pretty, and it helps insulate plants, but gardeners have more than a dozen different types of mulch to choose from.

Mulch adds protection to the roots of plants from fluctuating temperatures, suppresses weeds, and prevents moisture ...

Whether you use pine straw, bark or some other material, most types of mulch are natural — so they decompose over time and must be replenished regularly to be most effective and look their best.

Fallen leaves make a fine mulch for garden beds and trees and shrubs, but they aren’t the only possibility. “Any kind of organic matter can make a good mulch,” said Sharon Yiesla, plant knowledge ...

However, in areas with heavy snow that last for months, keep the mulch layer around three inches deep. A deeper layer can trap too much moisture and cause root rot. There are two basic types of ...