Get ahead of weeds by tilling early, removing perennials by the root, and mulching well before planting to stop summer weeds before they sprout. Use methods like hand-pulling, hoeing, newspaper or ...

To grow a thriving vegetable garden, effectively managing weeds is a must. Reducing weed issues in new or established veggie beds often requires a mix of tactics and persistence. By using the ...

Try spreading a thick layer of mulch, like wood chips or straw, around your plants. Mulch blocks sunlight, which keeps weed seeds from sprouting. Spread mulch two to three inches deep for the best ...

Weed-free yards don’t happen by themselves. Behind every well-manicured lawn and garden, there’s a diligent person putting in the time and effort to prevent weeds from growing, then pulling out the ...

Everyone knows that you should never leave your garden soil bare. The top layer of exposed dirt suffers from nutrient loss, structural degradation, and erosion. Plus, weeds will move in if you leave ...

If you maintain a landscape, you deal with weeds. At this point in our hot season, which continues into fall, I’m sure you have devoted considerable effort to keep weeds under control. We employ a ...