Ahead, learn about our top three recommendations for the best mulch for flower beds—plus one to avoid in the garden altogether.

Key Points Manual removal of grass from flower beds is best done after a rain.Mulching, groundcovers, and edging prevent grass from growing in flower beds.Treat annual grass weeds with pre ...

Whether you're trying to control weeds or make a garden bed look more finished, here's how to select the best type of mulch for every garden bed.

Not everyone agrees on the "right" way to prepare a new bed for plants, but I like the age-old method of stripping off the grass, loosening the soil and improving it with compost. Here' s a ...

Q: How many times per year should one redo the mulch in flower beds, and what time of year is best? — M.P., Houston A: Maintaining a 2- to 3-inch blanket of organic mulch year-round is a good ...

A: Yes, leaves can be raked or blown into your beds to protect roots from freezing temps and to help replenish soil nutrients as they break down. You can also add leaves to a compost bin; or, if ...

CLARKS SUMMIT, Pa. — After a long winter, whether you have gravel or mulch, your flower beds are most likely loaded with leaves, dead plants and debris. It is important to clean your flower beds ...