Mulch

Image by knitsteel The hemlock tree is a majestic conifer with fine-needled foliage and a graceful form. Hemlock bark has a high concentration of tannins, which seem to have some pest repellent aspects, and…

Image by witmerphotography Spring is upon us and it’s time to replace last year’s mulch, or is it? Should you replace mulch? Refreshing garden mulch each year depends on a number of factors such as weather…

Image by ronstik One downside to renting is that you may not have full control over your outdoor space. For a gardener this can be frustrating. Most landlords and owners will be thrilled, however, if you…

Image by Thomas Demarczyk As long as there have been trees growing in the forest, there has been mulch on the ground beneath the trees. Cultivated gardens benefit from mulch as much as natural forests, and…

Image by ronstik Mulch is a gardener’s best friend. It conserves soil moisture, protects roots in winter, and suppresses growth of weeds – and it looks nicer than bare soil. As it decomposes, mulch improves…

Image by SanerG Mulch is a must-have in the garden. It conserves soil moisture by preventing evaporation, acts as an insulator that keeps the soil warm in winter and cool in summer, keeps weeds in check,…

Image by cindygoff Mulch has value in the garden beyond the visual. Mulching helps control weeds, conserve moisture, increases tilth as it composts and adds nutrients to the soil. Spreading mulch in gardens…

Image by kevinhillillustration What is glass mulch? This unique product made of recycled, tumbled glass is used in the landscape much like gravel or pebbles. However, the intense colors of glass mulch never…

Image by ozgurcoskun When it comes to choosing mulch for gardens, it can be difficult to select from the many types of mulch on the market. Knowing how to choose garden mulch requires careful consideration of…

Image by ronstik Trees naturally mulch around themselves by dropping leaves or needles which protect roots, retain moisture, and incorporate organic matter into the soil. Many home gardeners mulch around…