Too often we see mulch “volcanoes” where mulch is piled in cones around trees to a depth of more than 18 inches. Applying mulch provides many benefits, including weed suppression, moderation ...

One homeowner recently removed a mulch volcano from a tree on their property, only to discover that their problems did not end there. They turned to the r/arborists subreddit for advice.

Bad mulching No volcanoes, please! The biggest no-no when mulching is to create a “mulch volcano” that is piled high around the base of the tree. This practice traps moisture around the tree ...

Dear Neil: I’m seeing the landscape guys putting mounds of mulch around tree trunks in town. Is that really a good idea? It seems like it would cause decay in the wood of the trunks.

It seems like it would cause decay in the wood of the trunks. A: Those “mulch volcanoes” often get their start the day the trees are planted. Rather than carrying the extra soil they have ...