Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Mulched garden area with fresh mulch - Dmitry Modestov/Shutterstock How many times have you heard that you should mulch your ...

When you're preparing your garden beds for spring, fertilizing should always come before mulching. We explain when and how to fertilize and mulch in spring.

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 ...

If adding new mulch will make a thick layer of more than 3 inches, you’ll need to remove at least some of the old mulch. If it’s healthy and doesn’t show signs of mold or disease, rake all or some of ...