Mulch has a number of benefits for the garden. However, you need the right mulch to get the most benefits from it. Here is a guide to when and how to use hardwood mulch. What Is Hardwood Mulch? Hardwood mulch is the ground-up bark and wood of hardwood trees. It is often a by-product of ... Read more The post Hardwood Mulch – What Is It And How Do I Use It? appeared first on Backyard Gardeners Network.| Backyard Gardeners Network
Every Extension service recommends using mulch around trees, shrubs, and in landscape beds. However, there are so many mulches you may not know which one to choose. This guide discusses pine straw mulch and how and when to use it. What Is Pine Straw Mulch? Pine straw mulch is made from the needles of Long ... Read more The post Pine Straw Mulch – What Is It And How Do I Use It? appeared first on Backyard Gardeners Network.| Backyard Gardeners Network
Research has shown that mulching helps plant health. Each type of mulch has different uses. This guide tells you all about pine bark mulch. What is Pine Bark Mulch? When pine trees are cut for lumber, the branches and bark are removed before the tree is cut into boards. Pine bark mulch is the bark ... Read more The post Pine Bark Mulch – What Is It And How Do I Use It? appeared first on Backyard Gardeners Network.| Backyard Gardeners Network
Research shows that mulch stabilizes soil temperatures and moisture and helps protect from weeds. There are lots of different kinds of mulch, though, so what do you use where? Here is a guide to cypress mulch. What Is Cypress Mulch? Cypress mulch is the chipped-up trunk and bark of the bald cypress (Taxodium distichum) or pond ... Read more The post Cypress Mulch –What Is It And How Do I Use It? appeared first on Backyard Gardeners Network.| Backyard Gardeners Network
Every plant expert tells you to mulch your plants. There are so many mulches out there; how do you choose? This guide will tell you all about choosing and using mulch. What Is Mulch? Mulches are used to cover the exposed soil in landscape beds and vegetable gardens and around trees and shrubs. Advantages and ... Read more The post The 23 Best Types of Mulch in 2024 appeared first on Backyard Gardeners Network.| Backyard Gardeners Network
Many gardeners consider tomatoes must-have plants. I mean, who doesn’t picture that juicy BLT or a pot of homemade spaghetti sauce when they think of summer? But here’s the scoop: getting those tomatoes to thrive isn’t as simple as sticking them in the ground and crossing your fingers. These plants are a bit high-maintenance. If ... Read more| Backyard Gardeners Network
Mulching your garden can help conserve soil moisture, prevent weed growth, and improve soil structure. And if you choose cedar mulch, you can also enjoy insect-repelling properties and a pleasant aroma. I’m going to introduce you to the benefits and advantages of cedar mulch and also cover how to apply it to your garden. What ... Read more| Backyard Gardeners Network
When you add a small plot of cut flowers to your garden or put in some landscaping to increase your home’s curb appeal, you’re probably looking forward to colorful flowers. But have you thought about the best types of mulch for flower beds? Adding mulch to your flower beds can help conserve moisture, keep weeds ... Read more| Backyard Gardeners Network
