In July, “June gloom” gives way to summer heat. Days are long. Tomatoes finally ripen. Summer fruits are warm on the tree.

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 ...

No one wants to spend a lot of time pulling weeds, so we look for options that might cut down on the need for weed killers or ...

Flax straw used to be viewed as an unwanted waste product by producers with seemingly only two possible outcomes—burn it or ...

Nurtures soil with rich decay. Mulch does matter, especially here in the Yakima Valley where we are experiencing hot weather, ...

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

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

Weeds steal water, light, and nutrients from a vegetable garden. Learn the best ways to keep weeds out of your vegetable ...

Pine straw is also quite good at discouraging weed growth, which saves you the work of having to pull them out. Best of all, if you have pine trees growing in the yard, pine straw is one of the best ...

Key Points Organic mulch keeps soil cool, moist, and weed-free while boosting long-term soil health.Great natural mulches include compost, chopped leaves, pine needles, and straw.A thick 3-inch mulch ...

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.