Mulch benefits a tree in many ways, but it can become a detriment when placed improperly. A big mound of mulch, commonly known as a mulch volcano, piled around a tree trunk is a common mistake that ...

The smell of spring is in the air in Greater Columbus — not the smell of hyacinths or daffodils, but the smell of freshly applied hardwood mulch around trees and shrubs and other perennial plants.

The 3-3-3 rule has numerous benefits for trees, including pest, weed, and temperature control. Plus, it makes your mulch so much more aesthetically pleasing.

Shredded organic matter is a boon to beds, borders and edible gardens. Here’s how to use it. By Sal Vaglica For gardeners, spring has a way of opening wallets as easily as forsythia and crocuses ...

Piling mulch too high, a practice known as "volcano mulching," is extremely harmful to trees and shrubs. Excessive mulch can lead to root dehydration, bark damage, and can eventually kill a tree. When ...

One of the biggest threats to trees in summertime is lawn care. A good way to protect them is with mulch. “Spreading a wide area of mulch around the base of a tree will keep lawn mowers and string ...

I think I’d be hard pressed to find a gardener unaware of mulch, that stuff you put under plants to help keep down weeds and make your landscape beds look more defined. But there’s more to mulch than ...