This young tree, photographed Oct. 19, 2019, near Langley, Wash., is shown getting a last healthy soaking before cold weather sets in. Most plants go dormant in winter but still crave moisture, which ...
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The best time to add a second layer of mulch for winter root protection
Head out into the forest and you'll find every plant surrounded by nature's mulch — fallen leaves and decomposing vegetation. The soil beneath the litter is usually moist and nutrient-rich. We can ...
Applying mulch is one of the easiest and best ways to help your trees and other plants, but doing it the wrong way can lead to trouble. “Mulch should be a flat, even layer over the soil,” said Spencer ...
Planting cover crops in winter gives your garden a boost. These crops, like rye, clover, and oats, keep your soil covered and ...
Head out into the forest and you'll find every plant surrounded by nature's mulch — fallen leaves and decomposing vegetation. The soil beneath the litter is usually moist and nutrient-rich. We can ...
Small-space gardening has been a blessing during the pandemic. A few pots on apartment balconies, decks, rooftops and stairwells brought beauty to our lives — and maybe even some delicious fruit, ...
Wind-driven air and too little precipitation are common wintertime side effects that can damage drought-sensitive trees, lawns and shrubs. You can help remedy that by watering while temperatures are ...
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