It’s Time to Get Wood Chips for Your Yard
The streets in my neighborhood are dotted with piles of wood chips every few houses, as everyone prepares for “the wintering.” Me, too—I always try to make sure I get…
Do These Things to Make Your Yard Fire-Resistant
In the hot, dry months of summer and early autumn, your landscaping might not be the first thing that springs to mind in terms of wildfire preparedness. But choosing a…
Where to Get Free Wood Chips for Your Lawn
Photo: P A (Shutterstock) Landscaping and lawn care can become expensive. Fortunately, there are plenty of free gardening resources if you know where to look, and they can get you…
The Best Plants to Use as ‘Green Mulch’
Along with a green grass lawn, traditional suburban landscaping often includes sections the yard—typically in front of the house—containing flowers, plants, and shrubs surrounded by wood-chip mulch. The mulch serves…
Stop Soaking Your Wood Chips Already
To grill is human, but to smoke is dad-like. Smoke is the so-called “third leg” of BBQ. It adds flavor, and helps build that sought after bark, and is what…
How to Use Mulch in Your Flowerbeds and Garden
Photo: ronstik (Shutterstock) If you read a lot of gardening how-to articles—including the ones on this site—you’ve probably noticed that mulch comes up a lot. Its ability to help your…