A practical guide to garden mulch: learn organic and inorganic types, benefits for moisture, temperature, and weeds, plus ...

Tomatoes are one of the most popular vegetables to plant in home gardens but there are a few steps that can help ensure you grow healthier plants.

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

Provides nitrogen, holds water like a sponge and slowly releases it into the soil, a weed suppressant, slow decomposition, slug control, deters deer, keeps soil cool in the summer and warm in the fall ...

David Stanford-Beale, doctor of entomology, is the expert with the details ...

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

Landscape fabric can help suppress weeds but deteriorates over time. Learn more about using and removing landscape fabric before adding fresh mulch to landscape beds.

Here are five good reasons to never use landscape fabric in your garden. We'll also share better alternatives for suppressing weeds, from cardboard to groundcovers.

Kick off planting in your garden this spring by adding organic matter and making sure the soil has the right texture for ...

Gardening expert explains the key thing to check when buying mulch for spring, with advice on choosing between compost, bark, manure and other options ...

Expert advice on selecting the right mulch for your garden, from compost and bark to farmyard manure and straw ...