In general, pine straw covers close to 1.5 square feet per pound, while wood mulch covers about 0.5 square feet per pound. That’s one-third the weight per square foot of coverage, or three times ...

Is there any truth to the claim that pine needle mulch makes soil more acidic, or is it a myth? We looked at the science of ...

Our reporting uncovered nine police reports claiming that Grant Frerking took money upfront for mulch deliveries but never ...

Gardening in Northeast Ohio’s raised beds can feel like a battle against the elements, but with patience, mulch, and a little ...

Do You Need to Mulch Every Year? No, you don’t have to mulch every year, but doing so can benefit your garden. Choosing to mulch isn’t a one-size-fits-all task and depends upon several factors ...

To prevent weeds, pine straw mulch is effective at a depth of three to four inches, while a layer of two to three inches of pine bark mulch is sufficient.

Pine straw allows rain/irrigation to pass freely into the soil and provides for excellent air exchange between above and below the mulch layer. Pine straw also has an added advantage of ...

To prevent weeds, pine straw mulch is effective at a depth of three to four inches, while a layer of two to three inches of pine bark mulch is sufficient.

Mulch helps retain moisture in the soil, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weeds. Composted hardwood bark is an excellent mulch choice for the Northeast, while pine straw and pine fines are ...

Straw is a great mulch to use after you grass seed an area in your lawn. It keeps the seed from washing away, deters mice and birds from feeding on the seed, ...

Summer has officially arrived along with its heat and humidity. Exercise care as you do life day in and day out to minimize ...