Mulch
Most of us know the value of using mulch in the garden. But what are the different types and which one is best? How and when is the right way to use it? We can help with this. In the articles that follow, you will find a number of tips and information on using various mulch types. When you're armed with the right knowledge, you can put all these questions to bed.
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Corn Cob Mulch: Tips For Mulching With Corn Cobs
Although corn cob mulch isn't as common as bark chips, chopped leaves, or pine needles, mulching with corn cobs provides many benefits and a couple of drawbacks. Read this article for information about using corn cobs as mulch.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Applying Garden Mulch: Tips For Spreading Mulch In Gardens
Spreading mulch in gardens is a fairly fool proof process, but there are a few things to note along the way. A few tips for spreading mulch will allow your plants to grow healthier and protect them from damage. Read this article to learn more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Is Glass Mulch: Tips On Using Landscape Glass As Mulch
What is glass mulch? This unique product made of recycled, tumbled glass is used in the landscape much like gravel or pebbles. However, the intense colors of glass mulch never fade and the durable mulch lasts nearly forever. Learn more here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Choosing The Best Mulch: How To Choose Garden Mulch
When it comes to choosing mulch for gardens, it can be difficult to select from the many types of mulch on the market. Knowing how to choose garden mulch requires careful consideration of each mulch type. Click here for more info.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Spring Mulching Tips: When To Mulch Flower Beds And Mulch Around Trees
Should you add or remove mulch in spring? The following contains spring mulching tips and the answers to this and other questions.
By Amy Grant
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Using Hemlock Mulch On Veggies And Garden Areas
What is hemlock mulch and can you use hemlock mulch in a vegetable garden in and around other edibles? Read this article for answers to these questions and more. Click here for additional info.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Should You Replace Mulch: When To Add New Mulch To Gardens
Should you replace mulch? Refreshing garden mulch each year depends on a number of factors. Click the following article to learn more.
By Amy Grant
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Rental Mulching Ideas – Information On Mulch Options For Renters
One downside to renting is that you may not have full control over your outdoor space. For renter mulching ideas, click here for easy, low cost options.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Make Mint Compost – Mint Hay Compost Uses And Benefits
Have you ever considered using mint as mulch? If that seems odd, that's understandable. Mint mulch, also called mint hay compost, is an innovative product that is gaining in popularity. Take a look at what it is and how to make mint compost in this article.
By Laura Miller
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Types Of Berm Mulch – Should You Mulch Berms
Berms are simple but helpful additions to the garden and landscape that can add interest, increase privacy, and help direct water to where it’s most needed. But is mulching berms necessary? Learn about berm mulch tips and ideas in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Why Use Colored Plastic Mulch: Learn About Different Colors Of Mulch
Plastic mulch is now available in an array of colors, with different mulch colors said to assist in different garden tasks. If you want to learn more about plastic colored mulches and their uses, this article can help. Click here for additional information.
By Teo Spengler
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Does Groundcover Need Mulch – Choosing Mulch For Groundcover Plants
Should you mulch groundcovers? The answer depends on the site, speed with which the plants will grow, your growing zone and soil stability. Mulch for groundcover plants can help protect little starts in some situations but it isn't necessary in other cases. Learn more here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Crushed Stone Mulch Info - Using Crushed Rock Instead Of Mulch
There are plenty of good reasons for using crushed rock instead of mulch, but there are also a few major drawbacks. Read on to learn more.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Rubber Mulch And Plants - Is Rubber Mulch Bad
he effects of rubber mulch in soil are somewhat contested and, at the very least, the information does not lead one to a definitive answer that rubber mulch is bad, nor that it is beneficial. Read on for more.
By Amy Grant
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What's The Best Natural Mulch For My Garden?
Natural mulch is extremely beneficial for a garden, but with so many types of natural mulch, which is the best choice for your garden? This article will provide tips for choosing the best organic mulch.
By Heather Rhoades
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Mulch And Pet Safety: Tips On How To Keep Mulch Safe For Pets
While mulch serves a variety of functions in the home garden, mulch application issues, like mulch toxic to dogs, need to be addressed for the safety of your precious pets before they occur. Learn more here.
By Susan Patterson
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Cocoa Shell Mulch: Tips For Using Cocoa Hulls In The Garden
Cocoa shell mulch is also known as cocoa bean mulch, cocoa bean hull mulch and cocoa mulch. Many gardeners enjoy the sweet smell and attractive appearance of cocoa shell mulch. Learn more here.
By Susan Patterson

