Made of organic or inorganic materials like wood chips, straw, gravel, or rocks, mulch is spread over landscapes to help retain soil moisture and prevent weeds while adding aesthetic appeal.
Category: Landscaping
How to Mulch Around Trees (The Right Way)
Before spreading mulch, it’s important to remove undesired weeds and loosen the soil. Let’s explore how to mulch around trees and help them thrive in your lawn.
Money Tree Care for Beginners
You may have received a money tree as a gift for a wedding, baptism, birthday, or anniversary. Although it doesn’t […]
8 Landscaping Tips for New Construction Landscaping or Remodeled Homes
Welcome to your new or remodeled home, complete with a front yard ready for transformation. But first, what to do […]
9 Small Front Yard Landscaping Ideas
Reintroduce your home to the neighborhood and elevate its curb appeal with these small front yard landscaping ideas. From border […]
How to Terrace a Garden in Your Backyard
We all want to enjoy our outdoor spaces, but not everyone has flat property, and that’s a dilemma. We’ll teach […]
How to Put Holiday Decorations in Your Yard and Not Destroy Your Grass
How to put up holiday decorations in your yard and not ruin your grass? LawnStarter’s Danielle Gorski details how her family does it.
12 Best Tall Ornamental Grasses for Privacy
Are you tired of neighbors peering into your backyard, or are you seeking a natural and elegant solution to shield […]
How Deep Should Mulch Be?
Mulch should typically be 2 to 3 inches deep, but depth varies with plant, soil, and mulch type. Here’s how to adjust it to your needs.
Top 10 FAQs About Koi Ponds (And Their Answers)
Thinking about building a koi pond in your backyard? It’s a beautiful and rewarding project you’ll love. But before putting […]