Piling mulch up on the tree trunk is called volcano mulching and is a bad practice. The mulch creates a moist area that can cause rot and decay of the bark layer of the tree. Courtesy Johnson County ...

Piling mulch too high, a practice known as "volcano mulching," is extremely harmful to trees and shrubs. Excessive mulch can lead to root dehydration, bark damage, and can eventually kill a tree. When ...

If you have cleaned up the vegetable garden and cut back your perennials, you might be feeling just a little smug — especially since this gardening guy admits he is behind you in completing those ...