Don't toss those lawn clippings after you mow! Use them for mulch, compost, and more. capecodphoto / Getty Images When it comes to cutting the lawn, many of us know that it’s a multi-step process. Not ...

Maintaining a traditional green grass lawn is a year-round process, with mowing typically being the most time-consuming task. Not only does this involve cutting the grass, but it also means figuring ...

Frequent mowing keeps clippings small, which prevents lawn smothering and speeds up decomposition for easier reuse. Use clippings in compost or mulch to enrich soil without risking weed spread.

Dear Neil: Do grass clippings and mulched tree leaves make really good mulch? Our gardener blows them away, and we hate to lose the mulch. A: Blowing doesn't really send them away. It just pushes them ...

Yard waste can make good mulch for roses.Mulching roses provides many benefits for the plant. Using organic mulch not only offers protection for roots and keeps the soil moist, but also releases ...

Q: There are 2-inch-high bumps or mounds all over in our front lawn that terminate in a spot of bare earth. Do you know what they are? Could they be from earthworms, or maybe voles? — Shirley M. A: ...