A lot of people who start gardening don’t find mulching exciting, and the same goes for me. However, as I gained more experience in growing plants, I realized that it helps my garden beds look tidier ...

Shredded organic matter is a boon to beds, borders and edible gardens. Here’s how to use it.

Keep these general mulching depth guidelines in mind: New raised vegetable beds: Apply about 3 to 4 inches of mulch.

Mulching your vegetable garden with straw has a long list of benefits. Straw is inexpensive, easy to work with, and good for your soil. A layer of straw mulch between your veggie rows sets off your ...

Mulching Tips , For Your Gardening Hobby. Adding mulch to a garden has a variety of benefits, from maintaining moisture levels to keeping the weeds out. Perhaps most importantly, mulch can make the ...

If the smell of fresh mulch is in the air, it must be early spring in Greater Columbus. As soon the snow melts and the first warm sunny day appears, gardeners head for their local garden center where ...

Editor's note: Throughout the growing season, Mike Hogan, OSU Extension Educator for Agriculture & Natural Resources in Franklin County, will answer gardening questions submitted by Dispatch readers.

SHREVEPORT, La. - Spring is in full swing, and gardeners across Louisiana are turning their attention to flower beds and landscaping. While choosing vibrant blooms is always a highlight, one essential ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Plain shredded paper is a safe and budget-friendly material when used correctly. Apply in thin layers and top with natural mulch ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Landscaping with large mulched areas - Georgepeters/Getty Images Choosing the best type of mulch for your garden is no easy task.

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 ...