We spoke to gardening experts about what volcano mulching is, why you want to avoid it, and tips for how to apply mulch.

If not applied properly, the ground covering can do more harm than good.

While a tree with exposed roots might show some character, it can make your landscape look uncared for and pose a tripping ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. While spring and summer have traditionally been the busy times of the year for spreading mulch around trees, shrubs and other ...

Homeowners have complicated relationships with trees. Most people know how important trees are to our environment, our health, and the landscape on which their properties sit. At the same time, trees ...

Fallen leaves make a fine mulch for garden beds and trees and shrubs, but they aren’t the only possibility. “Any kind of organic matter can make a good mulch,” said Sharon Yiesla, plant knowledge ...

That piled-up look traps moisture and invites pests—here’s the right way to mulch. Mulch volcanoes harm trees by trapping moisture, suffocating roots, and attracting pests. Proper mulching means a 2-3 ...

Mulch is a key principle of Florida-Friendly Landscaping. Learn how it benefits plants and soil, and what materials to use.

Piling mulch too high, a practice known as "volcano mulching," is extremely harmful to trees and shrubs. Excessive mulch can lead to root dehydration, bark damage, and can eventually kill a tree. When ...

While spring and summer have traditionally been the busy times of the year for spreading mulch around trees, shrubs and other perennial plants, more homeowners and landscapers are spreading mulch in ...