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How to Lay Mulch Over Grass with Sheet Mulching
Read more: How to Lay Mulch Over Grass with Sheet MulchingAre you trying to kill off some grass to start a vegetable garden or build some flower beds? You may be wondering, can’t you just lay mulch over the grass to smother it and then start planting? Generally, the answer is no. The grass and weeds will grow through the mulch if you don’t find…
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Should I Use Landscape Fabric Under Mulch? Pros and Cons
Read more: Should I Use Landscape Fabric Under Mulch? Pros and ConsSome gardeners use landscape fabric under their mulch to prevent weed growth in their gardens. Generally, this is a bad idea. Landscape fabric may keep weeds down for a couple of seasons but it doesn’t last forever. Eventually, weeds will start growing on top of the fabric or through it. Landscape fabric is also bad…
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How to Shred Fallen Leaves for Mulch: 5 Options
Read more: How to Shred Fallen Leaves for Mulch: 5 OptionsInstead of bagging your fallen leaves and throwing them out with the yard waste, consider using them as mulch. Mulching your garden with shredded leaves can help suppress weeds, retain soil moisture, insulate the soil, and reduce erosion. The leaves also add valuable nutrients and organic matter to the soil as they degrade. Best of…
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The Best Mulch to Keep Snakes Away From Your Yard
Read more: The Best Mulch to Keep Snakes Away From Your YardIf you’re concerned about attracting snakes to your yard, there are some steps you can take to keep them away. One of the best ways to keep snakes out is to use the right mulch. This guide outlines the best mulches to keep snakes out of your yard. I’ll also list some helpful tips to…
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How to Get Rid of Mushrooms Growing in Your Mulch
Read more: How to Get Rid of Mushrooms Growing in Your MulchIn wet climates, it’s common to see mushrooms growing in your mulch. Generally, mushrooms are harmless to your plants but it is still a good idea to get rid of them. Mushrooms can be unsightly. They can be dangerous if a curious child or pet decides to eat them. Some types can be harmful to…
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The Best Mulch for Fruit Trees + How and When to Mulch
Read more: The Best Mulch for Fruit Trees + How and When to MulchThe best mulch for fruit trees is an organic mulch such as wood chips, bark, straw, compost, pine straw, grass clippings, or shredded leaves. The best mulches mimic the tree’s natural environment. Inorganic mulches can also be used. Mulching benefits fruit trees in a number of ways. It can help to suppress weeds, regulate soil…
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Playground Wood Chips Vs Mulch: What’s the Difference?
Read more: Playground Wood Chips Vs Mulch: What’s the Difference?Playground mulch is usually made from either wood chips or rubber. Cedar, pine, and bark dust are commonly used. Regular mulch is usually made from organic materials such as wood chips, tree bark, compost, manure, leaves, grass clippings, sawdust, or straw. Inorganic materials like rock or rubber can also be used as mulch. There are…
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10 Benefits of Mulching Grass Clippings Instead of Bagging
Read more: 10 Benefits of Mulching Grass Clippings Instead of BaggingMulching your grass clippings is great for your lawn. As the clippings degrade, they provide essential nutrients for your lawn. They help in maintaining soil moisture and maintaining an even soil temperature. If you mulch, your lawn will look healthier and more lush. You can also save a good amount of time and money by…
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How to Get Leaves Out of Mulch in Flower Beds
Read more: How to Get Leaves Out of Mulch in Flower BedsFallen leaves can be a hassle to clean up. Particularly when they fall into your flower beds and mix with your mulch. It can be hard to remove the leaves without taking some of the mulch with them. This guide explains how to get leaves out of mulch. The best way to get leaves out…
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What is the Best Mulch for Tomatoes + How and When to Mulch
Read more: What is the Best Mulch for Tomatoes + How and When to MulchThe best mulch for tomatoes is a loose organic mulch such as straw, hay, grass clippings, pine straw, compost, wood chips, or shredded leaves. Mulching can be really beneficial for your tomato plant. It helps to retain moisture, suppress weeds, regulate soil temperature, and add nutrients to the soil. This can help them grow faster,…
