Why Keep Mulch Away From Tree Trunks?

Why Keep Mulch Away From Tree Trunks?

Why keep mulch away from tree trunks? This question often confuses many new gardeners who learned that mulching is good. In this article, Dos Amigos Tree Experts, your reliable mulching company in Alexandria, VA, explains more about the dangers of over-mulching. ...
Can Peat Moss Be Used as Mulch?

Can Peat Moss Be Used as Mulch?

Since it first became available to gardeners in the mid-20th century, peat moss has revolutionized the agricultural industry. It’s easily available at most garden stores and boasts an extensive list of benefits and applications. But can peat moss be used as mulch just...
How to Stop Mushrooms From Growing in Mulch

How to Stop Mushrooms From Growing in Mulch

Few things can elevate a landscape quite like fresh mulch! It protects your gardens from invasive weeds while maintaining a readily available supply of moisture for the plants. But sometimes mulch comes with issues like mushroom growth.  You probably want to eliminate...
What to Do With Old Mulch in Spring

What to Do With Old Mulch in Spring

As the adage goes, “Waste not, want not!” Knowing what to do with old mulch in spring applies this saying to your outdoor resources. But what can you do with old mulch besides retiring it to a lonely corner of your yard? Our crew at Dos Amigos Tree Experts knows...
How Does Too Much Mulch Damage Trees?

How Does Too Much Mulch Damage Trees?

Mulching is one of the simplest ways to care for our trees. It helps hold the soil around the base of trees while promoting moisture retention and nutrient uptake. Mulch also discourages weed growth and maintains healthy soil temperatures.  However, this practice is...
Debunking Three Myths About Mulching Around Trees

Debunking Three Myths About Mulching Around Trees

Every year, the tree care professionals at Dos Amigos Tree Experts answer questions from Virginia locals about mulching around trees. What best practices do we follow to get our trees through winters and dry periods? As Alexandria’s mulching experts, we are proud to...
Too Much Rain on Trees: Can It Cause Damage?

Too Much Rain on Trees: Can It Cause Damage?

Rain on trees is essential for their health and maintenance. Water is necessary for any cell processed within any tree species. However, there can be too much of a good thing, especially during the rainy season.  In this post, Dos Amigos Tree Experts, your...
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