“One of the reasons that I like cedar mulch is because it is a very pleasant color and it fades to a very nice color as well,” says Steil. Bonus: it also smells great. Cocoa bean shells are ...

Applying mulch is one of the best things you can do to help your plants through hot, dry spells this summer. Bare soil heats up rapidly on hot, sunny days and allows soil moisture to evaporate. As ...

Other organic colorful mulch options include pine needles, fallen leaves, and mushroom compost. Cocoa bean shells, a ...