Category: Mulching

  • Will Grass Grow Through Mulch? + How to Prevent it

    Will Grass Grow Through Mulch? + How to Prevent it

    Mulch: Is it a friend or foe to your precious lawn? Every gardener’s dilemma, right? We all love the benefits of a good mulch layer – moisture retention, weed suppression, and that picture-perfect garden look. But what about that stubborn grass peeking through, threatening your mulch masterpiece? Don’t worry, my…

  • Top 10 Disadvantages of Mulching

    Top 10 Disadvantages of Mulching

    As a seasoned gardener, I’ve seen it all – the good, the bad, and the (slightly) ugly when it comes to mulching. Sure, everyone knows mulch helps retain moisture and keeps weeds at bay. But hold on to your trowel, because there’s more to the story! This guide will unveil…

  • Bugs in Mulch – What You Can Do & How To Prevent Bug Infestation

    Bugs in Mulch – What You Can Do & How To Prevent Bug Infestation

    Mulch is a common material in landscaping. It covers soil around plants, serving different purposes. It keeps the soil moist, stops weeds, and makes garden beds look better. But, one issue that can arise when using mulch is the presence of bugs or pests. These bugs harm plants, spread diseases,…

  • What to Do With Old Mulch?

    What to Do With Old Mulch?

    Gardeners and Landscapers know the obvious benefits of mulch to a vibrant and healthy landscape. Mulching retains moisture, suppresses weeds, moderates soil temperature, and enhances the visual appeal of gardens and flowerbeds. However, as seasons change and landscapes evolve, the time eventually comes to address the question: What should be…

  • Best Tool to Spread Mulch

    Best Tool to Spread Mulch

    One of the most critical factors in ensuring the success of your mulching endeavor is using the right tool for the job. The appropriate mulch-spreading tool can save you time, effort, and sanity. It makes the process efficient, ensuring an even distribution of mulch, which is crucial for its effectiveness.…

  • Can You Put Mulch Over Grass?

    Can You Put Mulch Over Grass?

    One key technique that gardeners often use is mulching. But what exactly is mulch? In simple terms, mulch is a protective layer that you can spread over the soil in your garden or yard. It comes in various forms, such as wood chips, straw, leaves, or gravel.  The purpose of…