Today’s newspapers, printed with natural, soy-based inks, are versatile gardening tools. Newspaper sheets can be used in all different stages of gardening, like these seedling pots. (Kelly Hayes, The ...

So back to “What’s new in mulch?” It’s wool. Yes, from sheep. It can be used right off the sheep or in the form of wool ...

Key Takeaways Get ahead of weeds by tilling early, removing perennials by the root, and mulching well before planting to stop ...

Mulching improves the soil, and, finally, mulching saves you a trip to the dump. (I should point out parenthetically that because I passed my final exam, I am entitled to the rights and privileges ...

For effective weed suppression without the need for a weed membrane, a mulch layer should ideally be three inches deep, ...

The next two weekends are an opportunity to future-proof the garden by keeping moisture in the soil, blocking weeds and ...

To mulch, or not to mulch — that seems to be the question. You will find advocates on both sides of the debate. Gardening is not an exact science, and you can find theories to support various ...

Black, brown, red, cypress, hardwood, pine, bark, nuggets, needles, stones – many options of mulch are available to a homeowner or a landscaper today. Such a cornucopia may make it difficult to choose ...

Mulching is a key garden task, but many gardeners miss the mark. Learn what mulch is, how to apply it, and what to avoid.

Used correctly, mulch builds and improves your soil like nothing else. But don’t make these common mistakes. By Margaret Roach Mulch provides so many services in the garden, from retaining soil ...

If you’re looking for some budget-friendly ways to tend to your garden this spring, the answer might be in your hands right now. Today’s newspapers, printed with natural, soy-based inks, are versatile ...