Plain shredded paper is a safe and budget-friendly material when used correctly. Apply in thin layers and top with natural mulch to prevent matting. Shredded paper can also be used in your compost bin ...

Q: I am planning to change about 550 square feet of my yard from grass to an area of rock path with shrubs, flowers and bark. I have been instructed to put down a layer of cardboard and then put about ...

Switching up your yard usually means ripping up the grass, tilling, and fertilizing the soil to prep for new vegetation, but why not just cover it up? Sheet mulching uses a simple form of composting ...

A hand pulls a weed from gravel - Catlane/Getty Images If you're an avid gardener, you have likely heard every trick in the book to control weeds, and you've also probably learned that there is no ...

Mulch provides a variety of benefits for gardens, including weed control, temperature regulation, and moisture retention. Organic mulches, like compost and wood chips, decompose over time, enriching ...