Landscape fabric under mulch in garden beds works as a short-term weed barrier. Over time, the fabric reduces soil health, ...

Landscape fabric seems like a brilliant invention. Usually made from black- or gray-colored woven mesh, it's a barrier to weed growth that lets gardeners swap out pesticides for a material that can ...

I saw my first dandelions last week. When the weather really warms up, bindweed will emerge, stronger than ever and ready to stage a garden takeover. Who isn’t looking for a permanent solution to ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Haley ...

Q I am in the process of converting an old and very tired lawn into a new bed. I am planning on using bark mulch laid down on top of landscape fabric. I seem to recall reading in one of your columns ...