Free mulch from electric utility companies, tree care firms or municipalities can be a great deal, if you plan ahead for it. ...

The straw mulch keeps the grass seed from washing away, deters feeding birds and rodents, and, until it decomposes, conserves the moisture the seeds need for good germination. When you’re shopping for ...

Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...

Mulch can make your spring beds look polished or permanently half finished. Spread the wrong way, it flattens plants, invites ...

Don't mulch too early.