Mulching protects perennials from cold temperatures and helps maintain moisture. But this common mistake could kill your ...

'November mulching also adds nutrients to the soil as it breaks down over the winter, and gives beneficial insects a place to ...

Q. I noticed my neighbor applying mulch to many of the perennials in his garden. I remember reading somewhere that you should not apply mulch too early. Is that true? Why? A. You are correct. Mulches ...

Chop your leaves and use them to enhance your soil. Have a great yard. Save energy by not requiring a big yard waste truck to ...

As you're prepping your garden for its winter slumber (or even introducing new plants for a winter vegetable garden), you ...

Here’s the thing about winter: while you’re bundling up and sipping hot cocoa, there’s an entire hidden world beneath your ...

“How do I protect my perennials over winter? Some people tell me to mulch; others say that mulching harbors mice that will eat the plants.” Confusing it isn't. It is a matter of when you mulch and ...

Following the principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping is a great way to have a healthy landscape without harming the environment. Today’s topic is the fourth principle, mulch. Adding mulch around ...

1 The heat sneaked in quickly, didn’t it? Be sure to irrigate regularly, and let the water run long enough to soak in deeply. Plants use the most water when temperatures are high, whenever a breeze ...

I read an article that says perennial gardens should be mulched for the winter. Since I have not been doing that in the past, I would like to know if I should start doing so as part of my routine bed ...

Mulch piles like this are popping up on driveways all over in the last week or two, but later this month is actually a little better timing to apply it. A lot of gardeners are quick with the mulch, ...

Question: Is it good to mulch your perennial flower beds for the winter? I’ve heard varying opinions about it. Some say it just attracts slugs, disease and pests, and others say it is a good thing.