Q: I recently read that all organic landscape mulch is combustible and shouldn’t be used on landscape due to the fire risk. However, for years I’ve been told that using mulch is a good practice ...

May is a month when mulch piles seem to magically appear in driveways all over Pennsylvania suburbia. It’s almost become a rite of spring to get out there and spread a fresh couple of inches of ...

Conventional lawns are the norm, even in areas that aren’t particularly suited for them — like here in Southern California. They’re expensive, high-maintenance and not the most environmentally ...

A couple of years ago, a few of my kids spent a summer’s week in a church basement doing crafts. They made decorative stepping stones for the garden – pavers that were flecked with all manner of ...

If rainy weather or melting snow has turned your yard into a muddy mess, you’re not alone! Luckily, there are easy ways to manage the moisture and keep your outdoor space dry and usable—here’s how. If ...

You can have fresh mulch, a nice mower pattern, and pretty planters—and still have a yard that reads “mid-project.” The tell ...

Soft details like flowers, grasses, and shrubs all get plenty of attention when landscaping a yard, but don’t underestimate the power of rock. From large stones that serve as focal points to loose ...