Crapemyrtles come in four sizes: The standard plant grows 15 feet to 35 feet; a shrublike version grows 6-15 feet; and a dwarf variety typically doesn’t grow over 6 feet tall. The general rule for ...

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A homeowner sought advice from the r/landscaping subreddit on how best to remove a mulch volcano to protect their tree.

Too many lawns have a volcano-shaped pile of mulch around the base of the trees, which can lead to diseases, pests, and even ...

Lavender is a fragrant perennial that's native to the Mediterranean region. Make sure you mulch it with breathable materials ...

Purchase trees from a local nursery and plant between spring and early fall. Tulip trees do best in a sunny spot that has ...

In July, “June gloom” gives way to summer heat. Days are long. Tomatoes finally ripen. Summer fruits are warm on the tree.

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Nurtures soil with rich decay. Mulch does matter, especially here in the Yakima Valley where we are experiencing hot weather, ...

Mulch volcanoes are only one of many common landscaping mistakes. Some homeowners who have used chemical pesticides to deal ...

Applying mulch to the base of trees has many beneficial properties \u2013 but not if you pile the mulch too far creating what's called a "mulch volcano". Here's what happens if you do and how to ...

Watch for these common problems in your yard this summer. And when you do find them, here's how you can deal with them.