Mulch is the ultimate gardening time-saver, no matter if you're tending to flower beds or vegetable gardens. And while mulching itself may be a pain, it reaps many rewards: When done properly, mulch ...

Get ahead of weeds by tilling early, removing perennials by the root, and mulching well before planting to stop summer weeds before they sprout. Use methods like hand-pulling, hoeing, newspaper or ...

Most weed seeds need light to germinate, as this tells them they are close enough to the soil surface to sprout and grow. When covered over with mulch, they think they are still deep in the soil and ...

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 ...

You’ll continue to have weed problems if you don’t plant new plants or cover the ground with mulch. There is an old expression attributed to Aristotle — “nature abhors a vacuum” — that basically means ...

Question: My neighbor says mulch will reduce my weed problems. How does that reduce weeds? What exactly is mulch? What is the best mulch to use? Answer: Mulch is any material used to cover the soil ...

Mulching is the best natural method to prevent weeds from growing. It blocks sunlight and retains moisture, stopping weeds early. Choose mulch based on garden goals—looks, soil health, or both. When ...

While the tradition of raking leaves to be burned or bagged is still upheld by many, it may not be the best option. Here's ...

I start my weekend with a plan of garden jobs to complete, but without fail, as soon as I get out into my yard, I spot the weeds. So, despite starting off with good intentions to plant some seeds, ...

If you’re looking for some budget-friendly ways to tend to your garden this spring, the answer might be in your hands right now. Today’s newspapers, printed with natural, soy-based inks, are versatile ...

Hand weed before seeds set, mow and trim, mulch and pour boiling water to help beat back the invaders. Question: I have an ongoing battle with weeds in my garden. How can I get them under control?