When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images Fall season is upon us and with it comes a list of rewarding outdoor tasks ...

Mulching is one of those annual tasks gardeners perform to get their plants ready for winter. A good blanket of mulch can protect perennials, trees, and shrubs, retaining valuable warmth and moisture ...

All ornamental plants greatly benefit from mulching when it’s done correctly, says LSU AgCenter horticulturist Allen Owings. Good mulching can have several beneficial effects on plants, the soil and ...

Every winter, gardeners are eager to protect their plants from the cold. Mulch is a go-to for many, promising warmth and moisture retention. But there’s a common mulching mistake that can actually do ...

Mulching is a key garden task, but many gardeners miss the mark. Learn what mulch is, how to apply it, and what to avoid.

Free mulch from electric utility companies, tree care firms or municipalities can be a great deal, if you plan ahead for it. ...

Mulching too much directly onto your plants can lead to excess moisture that can result in fungal diseases and unwanted pests. Always leave enough space around your plant, like around 1 inch, when ...

A woman spreads mulch around a plant and flower garden in 2016. Kimberly P. Mitchell McClatchy file photo Whether your garden interests lie with growing food or growing ornamentals, you should mulch ...

Mulches are often taken for granted or viewed as just enhancing landscape beauty. However, mulches serve an important role in the garden. With the proper selection, mulch can improve soil conditions, ...

Known as sheet mulching, the practice limits weed growth by blocking sunlight while gradually enriching soil as materials ...