Mulching is one of the most beneficial things a homeowner can do to keep trees healthy. It makes growing situations more "friendly" for trees in general. But over-mulching can be one of the worst ...

Arbor Day is the last Friday in April in Indiana, a date strategically chosen to be right in the middle of one the best time periods all year to plant a tree in Indiana. Fall is also a good time. As ...

Now that spring has finally arrived we are seeing mulching taking place all over the county. The big box stores have had mulch in their parking lots since February. But, is it the right time to mulch?

If you have trees that are not growing much, vertical mulching will give them a jump start. It opens up our poor soils to get air and water to the roots, it drains away salts and it gets rid of toxic ...

Avoid these common pitfalls when mulching your trees. Whether you have young or mature fruit trees, mulching around the base has many benefits. It helps with moisture retention, provides nitrogen for ...

Do you love your trees? Then stop this mulching practice. “Volcano mulching” is sure to lock moisture against the tree, inviting fungal problems, for starters. Markis Hill Special to The Star Pick any ...