The most important points to remember when using pine bark mulch in your yard is to lay it at a maximum of 3 inches deep, ...

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 ...

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 ...

To prevent winter sunscald of smooth-barked trees such as apples, wrap them now. A variety of wraps and tree tubes are ...

Here are a couple of November ideas that will help your trees and other plants get through the winter with less stress, plus an easy outdoor container planting idea that you will thank me for next ...

There are still things you can do to prepare your lawns and gardens to manage the winter and emerge healthier next spring.

Fraser fir is a beloved type of Christmas tree that also offers privacy, beauty, and wildlife value to gardens.

wrap the base of the tree and trunk in horticultural fleece or burlap, and cover the canopy lightly with fleece to protect ...

Fall and winter precipitation can be unpredictable. Even with cooler weather, garden soil is at its best with consistent moisture. A layer of mulch acts as a barrier to moisture evaporation allowing ...

Keep your garden interesting and attractive through the winter by waiting until early spring to cut back perennials. Some ...