Category: Landscaping

You don’t need to remove old mulch before adding new. Unless it is diseased, compacted, or thicker than 3 inches, simply top-dress with a fresh layer.

Organic mulch typically requires replacement every 1-2 years, while inorganic options like stone or rubber can last 5-10 years depending on weather conditions.

Mulch doesn’t attract termites from afar, but it creates the moist, sheltered environment they need to thrive if they are already foraging in your yard.

If your ornamental grass has a dead center or you’d like to propagate it, grab a shovel to dig up the clump and a sharp, sturdy tool to slice through the dense roots.

Ornamental grass requires little maintenance beyond cutting back and dividing it in spring. This guide includes expert advice on how to care for ornamental grass year round so that you can ensure a healthy, charming landscape between seasons.

When choosing fire-resistant plants, check the flammability ratings, plan for proper spacing, and have a plan to maintain them.

Installing proper edging, creating a mulch trench, using heavier mulch, removing landscape fabric and plastic sheeting, keeping mulch moist, and applying mulch stabilizers can help keep mulch in place. Learn more here.

Cutting back ornamental grasses requires proper timing, bundling the grass with string, and cutting at the appropriate height with the right tools.

Choosing the right color mulch depends on things like cost, your home color, your plants, sun exposure, and environmental impact.