Many perennial shrubs benefit from mulch for winter protection. But when should it be applied? As a professional gardener, I see many property owners who do late-season mulching right after fall clean ...

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You finally feel it—the first warm weekend after a long, gray winter. The birds are singing, your gloves are on, and you’re ready to mulch like a pro. You grab that fresh, earthy-smelling pile of ...

Fall mulching also gives you a head start on next spring. As the mulch breaks down over the winter, it adds essential nutrients to the soil, giving your plants a boost once warmer weather arrives.

Mulching is a key garden task, but many gardeners miss the mark. Learn what mulch is, how to apply it, and what to avoid.

Dogwood trees have a shallow root system that benefits from mulch to help retain moisture and keep soil temperatures even. Learn how and the proper time to mulch a dogwood tree.

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.

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