Q. Should a weed barrier be used beneath cocoa bean shell mulch? A. Avoid using weed barrier under cocoa bean, wood chips and any other organic mulch. As these mulches decompose they form compost, ...

Weeds are a widespread problem for the blueberry industry, particularly in young plantings when bushes are not fully established and most susceptible to competition. Weed control is even more of a ...

“It rained every day. I’m exaggerating, but only by two days,” said farmer Jason Hunton. As Mother Nature reared her ugly head, Hunton had to sit and watch his fields. Hunton farms organic and ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Knowing how to kill weeds is an indispensable gardening skill, but at times, it can feel impossible to ...

The morning newspaper could be an easy solution to persistent garden weeds when repurposed as a weed barrier. This simple method transforms ordinary newspaper into a protective layer that helps block ...

Q. I would like to know if using landscape fabric would be a good way to keep weeds from growing under my tree? — Jason Hutchins, Des Plaines A. Landscape fabrics reduce the amount of sunlight ...

Around 1 in 5 New Zealanders suffer from hay fever and approximately half of sufferers have symptoms for more than four months of the year. New HayMax organic, drug-free allergen barrier balms provide ...