Mulch can lighten a gardener's load by protecting plants, locking in moisture, and beautifying the space. But each type has ...

Starting a vegetable garden can be a rewarding prospect for any homeowner. In addition to having fresh veggies on the ready, digging in the dirt has big health benefits. Though yanking out weeds might ...

Whether you're a full-time gardener or just a weekend warrior when it comes to tending to your lawn, making your landscape more aesthetically appealing is the goal of many a green thumber. A ...

Leaving your grass clippings in place will also be greatly beneficial if you’re treating your lawn with a fertilizer or a product like a herbicide. Chemicals are usually absorbed by the grass and will ...

Each year, those with a green thumb spread out mulch to protect their gardens, plants and trees. Mulch has lots of benefits for plants including keeping them warm, protecting moisture and preventing ...

Knowing when and how to use mulch is important, as not all mulches are created equal. Knowing when and how to use mulch is important, as not all mulches are created equal. Mulch is typically an ...

Springtime! The whir of mowers, blowers and edgers announces yet another year of investing vast amounts of effort, money, chemicals and labor into reshaping nature into what we communally have decided ...