Manufacturers and distributors claim that, "Recycled rubber mulch is an environmentally friendly, non-toxic choice for landscapes." It's true that discarded rubber tires are a huge waste issue because ...

Welcome to this week’s Home Zone, where I dive into the world of landscaping and discover a unique way to keep your outdoor spaces looking fresh and vibrant. While most homeowners associate mulching ...

It can be found on playgrounds and in gardens in nearly any hue imaginable — but is rubber mulch actually good for your plants? One person on Facebook asked their gardening group for advice. In a text ...

Question: I am considering using rubber mulch in my landscape. I am concerned about its toxicity, however. Will it kill plants or hurt people? Is one kind of rubber mulch safer than others? Answer: ...

While compost and mulch may seem interchangeable, they have distinctly different uses in sustainable landscaping. Photo courtesy San Diego County Water Authority Seventh in a series republished with ...

You spend hours perfecting your garden beds, spreading fresh mulch around the foundation, and creating that magazine-worthy ...

Mulches are materials placed over the soil surface to enhance landscape beauty, improve soil conditions, protect plants from foot traffic and lawn equipment, and suppress weeds. To give your landscape ...

When you see any of these indications, you know it's time to freshen up your mulch.