Discover the benefits of using mulch with ground cover plants and get tips for which types to use and the proper application ...

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

Shredded leaves make good mulch for your garden beds. Serious gardeners may consider renting a shredder, but be sure to use ...

In shady areas beneath trees, most turfgrasses struggle to grow, so mulch is a good way to cover up the bare ground. At the same time, it creates a physical buffer that protects the roots ...

1. Mulch is applied early in the fall to keep the plant and underlying ground warm. 2. Plants that die during the winter are killed by cold temperatures. 3. A one-inch layer of mulch is adequate ...

Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean farmers are in disagreement with some of their neighbours over the future of plastic mulch in the ...

For fall mulching, the best choice is a lightweight organic mulch that acts like a down jacket to trap pockets of air to keep ground temperatures warmer but also allows moisture to penetrate the soil.