By midsummer weeds may be thriving in the garden and landscape. Many common weeds are adapted to hot and dry conditions, ...

Is there any truth to the claim that pine needle mulch makes soil more acidic, or is it a myth? We looked at the science of ...

This reduces the amount of bare soil where weed seeds can germinate and blocks sunlight, inhibiting weed growth. This ...

Most users and owners agree that mulching mowers are much better for their lawns than regular mowers, but warn against mulching diseased grass.

Adding organic matter to the soil improves its structure and nutrient content. Compost, leaf mold, or well-rotted manure are ...