Organic Mulches Articles

• Sheep Manure & St. Augustine Grass

  Caring for St. Augustine grass means taking a few special steps. This handsome, shade-tolerant grass…

  Last Updated: Dec 28, 2010 | Views: 1202

• Cedar Bark Mulch & Beneficial Bugs

  Used in combination, cedar bark mulch and beneficial bugs are two tools that act to…

  Last Updated: Oct 26, 2010 | Views: 1958

• Peat Moss From Ireland

  Peat moss is the dried residue of plants, mainly sphagnum moss, that has accumulated in…

  Last Updated: Oct 4, 2010 | Views: 1819

• Rubber Mulch vs. Wood

  Mulch performs many functions in the home landscape. A cover of mulch reduces weeds, prevents…

  Last Updated: Sep 28, 2010 | Views: 2059

• Eucalyptus Leaves As Mulch

  Eucalyptus leaves are popular to humans for their sweet scent and are commonly used natural…

  Last Updated: Sep 14, 2010 | Views: 2166

• Cypress Mulch & Insects

  Some misunderstandings about the true qualities of cypress mulch pose a threat to cypress forests.…

  Last Updated: Sep 8, 2010 | Views: 1517

• Cypress Mulch & Termites

  Like all organic mulches, cypress mulch is made from the tree's wood and bark. Properly…

  Last Updated: Sep 7, 2010 | Views: 1750

• Cypress Mulch on Flowers

  Mulches are soil-protective materials that discourage weeds, maintain soil temperature and moisture, and prevent soil…

  Last Updated: Sep 2, 2010 | Views: 1440

• Pine Mulch Vs. Cedar Mulch

  Mulch adds a layer of organic matter to your garden that releases nutrients back into…

  Last Updated: Sep 2, 2010 | Views: 1935

• What Is the Difference Between Mulch & Hardwood?

  Although mulch and hardwood can be very different, the bark of hardwood trees can sometimes…

  Last Updated: Aug 9, 2010 | Views: 1307

• Hay Vs. Pine Straw

  Hay and straw are different from each other, although when they are tied up into…

  Last Updated: Aug 3, 2010 | Views: 2201

• Garden Cedar Mulch

  Cedar mulch in flower and shrub beds cuts down on weed growth and protects plants…

  Last Updated: Jul 28, 2010 | Views: 1398

• How to Compare Pine Bark & Cedar Mulch

  Laying mulch around your plants and trees makes good gardening sense. Mulch helps the soil…

  Last Updated: Jul 27, 2010 | Views: 1900

• Do I Need to Rake Pine Straw From the Yard?

  Pine needles decompose slowly. If you have a large stand of pine trees and an…

  Last Updated: Jul 26, 2010 | Views: 1462

• Is Pine Straw Harmful in a Yard?

  Pine straw is an organic mulch that can raise the pH of soil. It is…

  Last Updated: Jul 26, 2010 | Views: 1080

• How to Use Leaves as Mulch for a Vegetable Garden

  Mulch has many purposes. It helps minimize weed growth. It slows down water evaporation and…

  Last Updated: Jul 22, 2010 | Views: 1106

• Horse Manure As a Mulch

  Having horses is a joy, but one issue is always at hand--what to do with…

  Last Updated: Jul 21, 2010 | Views: 1437

• Does Pine Bark Attract Termites?

  When used in mulches, pine bark attracts termites. Termites eat pine bark mulch, but are…

  Last Updated: Jul 13, 2010 | Views: 1966

• How to Use Hay Bales to Line a Raised Garden

  Lining a growing bed with hay bales is a method for retaining soil and incorporating…

  Last Updated: Jul 14, 2010 | Views: 1818

• How to Spread Pine Straw

  Pine straw, the naturally shed needles of pine trees, is an effective landscaping mulch. For…

  Last Updated: Jun 24, 2010 | Views: 1976

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