An arborist has recommended "vertical mulching." What is that and is it a good idea? Vertical mulching is a remedy for soil compaction caused by heavy pedestrian or vehicular traffic or other causes.

Mulch is practical -- it holds moisture and controls weeds. It is also a design element that helps give your landscape a clean, unified look. What mulch should you use on your landscape beds? My first ...

If you use mulch in your landscape, chances are it has thinned out over the summer and is in need of refreshing. If you’ve been putting off this chore, consider this: Mulching isn’t just about ...