Article reviews the effects of mulches on soil conditions, plant production, and pest problems. Published by the West Virginia Univ. Extension.

Find out what makes mulch toxic to plants and learn how to recognize toxic mulch before applying it in the garden.

Describes how peat moss is formed and offers advice on using peat moss in home gardens and lawns. Includes FAQs and educational links.

Review the instructions and diagrams on applying mulch and find a list of mulching materials. Also explains the benefits of mulch.

Downloadable article lists the different types of mulches and discusses which ones should be used for bulbs, fruit plants, perennials, and trees.

Provides a definition of the soil protecting layer and gives examples.

Encyclopedia entry describes the characteristics of the natural fertilizer found in bogs.

University of Purdue horticulture department offers suggestions on using leaves as a mulch for lawns and gardens.

Learn about the different types of mulches and how they should be applied. Published by New Mexico State University.

Guide outlines the benefits and characteristics of mulch and discusses when mulch should be applied. Published by the University of Nebraska.

Learn about the different kinds of mulches and learn where and how much mulch should be applied. Includes a bibliography.

Article provides an overview of mulch types, discusses how and when to water after mulch has been applied, and explains how mulches work.

Reviews how to select and apply mulch. Also read about the different types of organic and inorganic mulches.

Article describes how to use mulches such as sawdust, hay, wood chips, and peat moss. Published by the Virginia Cooperative Extension.