This guide will walk you through the basics of when and how to mulch flower beds over winter and help you avoid common mulching mistakes. Alan Mitchell is the head gardener at Dr. Neil’s Garden ...

Using flower bed mulch is one way to do this. Mulch helps keep weeds out and protects your plants' roots. It also shields the ...

Applying mulch is one of the best things you can do to help your plants through hot, dry spells this summer. Bare soil heats up rapidly on hot, sunny days and allows soil moisture to evaporate. As ...

As the evenings get lighter many gardeners will be outside tending to their flowers, but you can get a headstart on your ...

The straightforward task will help to reduce weeds and improve the soil, ensuring that your garden is in good shape for the warmer months ahead ...

Beds and borders can quickly dry out or be taken over by weeds. Using a layer of mulch across the soil surface can prevent this. Follow our guide to mulching, an essential garden technique.