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Guide to Mulching: Is Cedar or Cypress Mulch Better?

December 29, 2022

One of the best things you can do to boost tree health is to create mulch rings around them. Outlined are the pros and cons of using cedar or cypress mulch.

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The Proper Way to Mulch Your Trees

March 30, 2021

Take a tip from trees in the natural setting when you tackle mulching. Proper tree mulching helps trees retain water, combat weeds and regulate soil temperature.

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Step By Step: How To Remove Grass To Mulch Around Trees

April 25, 2022

If there's grass around tree trunks, remove it before mulching around trees. Try this easy trick to kill the grass around tree trunks, then learn how to mulch!

Soil Care & Mulching

The Best Way to Cover Your Exposed Tree Roots

November 3, 2021

What's the best way cover tree roots above ground? Add mulch? Or perhaps topsoil or grass seed? How about gravel or concrete? Click to find your best option.

Soil Care & Mulching

Landscaping Pros & Cons Of Rocks Vs. Mulch

May 5, 2022

Learn the landscaping pros and cons of mulch vs. rocks including benefits of river rock vs. mulch, and replacing mulch with stone.

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Soil Care & Mulching

Should I Mulch in Spring, Fall or Before Winter?

October 4, 2018

Find out when you should mulch your landscape with this quiz. If you like the look of mulch, add in spring. If you have a super cold winter, fall might be better. Or...

Soil Care & Mulching

Should I Mulch Around Trees Or Not? Yes, And Here’s Why

April 18, 2022

Do you have to mulch around trees? Should you mulch around your trees? YES. Here's five reasons science proves why you should put mulch around trees.

Plant Health Care

How To Protect Palm Trees In Winter

January 20, 2022

Being proactive is important for winter palm tree care. Here are winter palm tree care tips on palm fertilization, palm tree mulching, palm tree watering, and palm tree wraps and covers.

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