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Mulch Vs Bark: What’s the Difference and Which is Best?
When gardening or landscaping, it’s a good idea to apply some type of ground cover to suppress weeds, regulate soil temperature, retain moisture, and add nutrients to the soil. One of the most popular types of mulch is bark. Other popular types of mulch include wood chips, compost, grass clippings, straw, and leaves. In this…
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Mulching Blades Vs High Lift: Which is Best for Your Mower?
There are two different types of lawnmower blades. Standard blades are designed for cutting grass and discharging it out the side of the mower deck or bagging it. These are called high-lift blades or 2-in-1 blades. Mulching blades are designed to keep the grass in the mower deck so they can cut it into tiny…
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How to Use Cedar Mulch to Repel Bugs and Other Pests?
Cedar is a beautiful and long-lasting type of mulch that is commonly used in landscaping. Some gardeners choose cedar mulch for its insect-repelling properties. Cedar mulch can be used to repel unwanted pests such as mosquitoes, ants, termites, aphids, cockroaches, and ticks. There are natural oils in the cedar that create an odor that certain…
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Is Mold On Your Soil Good or Bad for Houseplants?
If you spot some white, fuzzy-looking growth on the top of your houseplant soil, it’s probably mold. Mold can remove nutrients from the soil, slow plant growth, and even cause disease in your plants. It also doesn’t look very nice. There are different types of mold you can find in your houseplants. White mold is…
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How to Keep Mulch in Place and Prevent it From Washing Away
When there is heavy rainfall or strong winds, mulch can wash away into your yard and onto your sidewalks and driveway. This makes your yard look messy. It also makes mowing difficult. Cleaning it up also gives you another job to do. If you don’t replace the mulch, your flower beds will have bare spots.…
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Cypress Mulch Vs Cedar Mulch: Which is Better?
Two of the most popular wood mulches are Cypress and Cedar. Both of these organic mulches help to suppress weed growth, retain moisture, and insulate the soil. They also provide nutrients as they degrade. Both of these mulches share a similar appearance. There are some major differences to consider. To help you decide which mulch…
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Mulch Vs Rock for Landscaping: Which is Best + Pros and Cons
Organic mulch and rock are two popular ground cover choices for landscaping. Each has its own set of benefits and drawbacks. Rock is long-lasting, pest resistant, cheap, and low maintenance. Mulch helps to retain moisture, add nutrients to the soil, modulate temperature, and control weeds. In this guide, I’ll outline the pros and cons of…
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How to Compost Clam, Mussel, and Oyster Shells
You can compost seafood shells including clam shells, mussel shells, and oyster shells. You will have to clean them and crush them before adding them to your compost bin. If you don’t they will take too long to degrade. The shells will add valuable nutrients to your compost including nitrogen and calcium. They also contain…
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Using Straw for Mulch in a Vegetable Garden: Pros and Cons
Adding a protective layer of mulch to the soil surface can benefit your plants in many ways. One of the most popular and affordable types of mulch for a vegetable garden is straw. Straw mulch helps to retain water, suppress weeds, and insulate your soil. It also adds nutrients when it decomposes. Of course, there…
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How to Get Rid of Tiny Silver Bugs in Houseplant Soil
Have you spotted some silver bugs in your houseplant soil? Don’t worry. This is a common problem for indoor plants. It’s relatively easy to treat. Even organically. In this guide, I’ll explain how to identify the tiny silver bugs in your houseplant soil. I’ll also explain how to get rid of these tiny insects and…
