Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Mini pine bark nuggets make an attractive and effective mulch in the Alfred B. Maclay pollinator garden. I think I’d be hard ...

Q: I have a large pile of woodchips from trees that were taken down near the power lines on my property. Are there any issues with using these woodchips around my landscape and orchard? I have ...

The temperatures are falling — and so are the leaves. While we can’t do anything about the falling temperatures, getting rid of the leaves is a priority. Rather than getting rid of leaves, put them to ...

Yards filled with lush green lawns certainly have their charms. But as inviting as a cushion of soft grass is to walk and picnic upon, there are downsides. The amount of money, effort, gas, water, and ...

COLORADO, USA — It’s the time of year when we need to think about raking. But what if we told you that not raking would be better for your yard? Yes, it’s great news: You can stop raking. You can ...

Question: Is it safe to use mulch being created from trees damaged by the recent hurricanes? I would like to use it for my shrub bed. Answer: If there is one benefit from the storms, it will be lots ...

Water Conservation – Mulch reduces evaporation, allowing soil to retain moisture longer and reducing the frequency of watering. Weed Control – By limiting sunlight penetration, mulch helps suppress ...