Phisherman wrote:
On 17 Sep 2006 03:28:29 -0700, "Bette" wrote:

I have seen several lovely homes in our area and they seem to have a
dark mulch around their trees
and flower beds.

Does this truly keep the weeds down?

Yes! It also conserves water and adds nutrients (if the mulch is an
organic mulch.)

Should we mulch in the Fall or Spring?

Doesn't matter. Do not pile mulch against the bark as this can cause
disease. Some mulch can be stinky so it might be better to mulch in
the season that windows are closed.

Thank you both for wonderful hints. This is so much more helpful than
googling.
Bette
My husband thanks you too