Adding mulch to the base of trees can be an arduous task involving wheelbarrows and shovels. This cool alternative fights ...

Homeowners who are looking for ways to promote healthy, growing trees in their yard are well-advised to remember this axiom: A ring is a tree’s best friend. Kansas State University horticulture expert ...

Wooden stump of a deciduous tree in a yard - Ironstuff/Getty Images It is sad to see a tree go. Nonetheless, even if it once brought you shade, fruits, or if it was instrumental in increasing the curb ...

Shredded organic matter is a boon to beds, borders and edible gardens. Here’s how to use it. By Sal Vaglica For gardeners, spring has a way of opening wallets as easily as forsythia and crocuses ...

Before winter closes in, do one last thing for all the trees, shrubs and other plants in your garden: Make sure they have a cozy layer of mulch over their roots. “Spread it flat and even, like a ...