Mulch is a valuable asset to your garden. It helps retain moisture in soil, prevents weeds from sprouting, and keeps pests at bay. However, mulch also provides the ideal environment for fungus ...

Removal or raking of infested mulch to disturb growth of fungi may help. Research (D. Davis, PSU) indicates fresh mushroom compost blended with landscape mulch, at the rate of ≥40%, can be effective ...

It's not a given that wood mulch abutting your house will lead to a splattered exterior. There has to be a certain level of moisture before the fungus develops, says Jacqueline Kowalski, extension ...

Q: I see little things growing in my mulch that remind me of mushrooms, only they have a hollow on the top instead. They’re near my vegetable bed, so should I be worried about infection or so… ...

This week is supposed to be my week to scurry about planting all those containers of perennials that I accumulated throughout the summer. There are always irresistible bargains, rooted cuttings and… ...

Fungus that grows in certain types of mulch can cause damage to your home or automobile.

Don’t compost it or dump the old mulch in your yard, as the fungus could spread. Using mulch in a landscape is beneficial to plants, but always be on the lookout for artillery fungus.

If your mulch is growing artillery fungus, which can be a real nuisance, you should remove the affected mulch, apply a fungicide to the space and then reapply a fresh batch of mulch. 4.

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