HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – Warm spring, and almost, summer days mean more people are ramping up their landscaping. A lot of yard improvements include flower beds, shrubs, and bushes. But first, you need ...

Mulch is supposed to make your garden look polished and well-kept, but if you’ve ever ended up with a chaotic, patchy mess, you’re not alone. The key to a picture-perfect landscape is knowing how to ...

Spreading mulch in your garden helps protect the soil in general, but it has specific benefits during harsh winter conditions. A layer of mulch will keep the soil insulated, roots protected from ...

When we started using biodegradable plastic mulch, we had two people pushing the roll over the soil, while other people behind them shoveled soil onto the edges of the mulch. It was hard work, so we ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. annick vanderschelden photography / Getty Images Mulch can be a positive addition to any garden. It helps preserve moisture, ...

Laying mulch is a great way to give your plants a natural boost to keep them beautiful and healthy. If you're up for a DIY project, making your own mulch is more simple than you might think. In ...

Walter Battle lays down organic mulches, and Celeste Scott discusses flowering shrubs for summer.

Through the years, I’ve used a lot of different kinds of mulch, ranging from natural materials such as straw or grass to man-made materials such as plastic sheeting. The plastic I’ve tried has been in ...

How often mulch needs replacing depends on mulch type, condition, and size. Replacing mulch once a year is a good general rule to maintain the look and efficiency. Replacing mulch boosts your garden's ...

Although not much is going on in the garden when winter approaches, there are a few tasks that can help protect your garden and get it ready for healthy growth next season. The unexpected time you'll ...