martinezlaura+FollowMulch Volcanoes Are Tree Killers?!Did you know piling mulch up against a tree (aka a 'mulch volcano') can actually kill it? Someone posted a pic of a tree in their park with a huge mound of mulch at its base, and certified arborists jumped in to warn: that’s way worse than bad trimming. Too much mulch suffocates roots, invites disease, and attracts pests. The right way? Keep mulch 2-3 inches deep, away from the trunk, and spread out to the drip line. Who knew tree care could be this dramatic? #Science #GardeningFails #TreeCare30Share
John Fitzgerald+FollowWhy Are Trees Getting Buried Alive?Ever noticed those giant piles of mulch around trees in new neighborhoods? Turns out, it’s a big no-no called a 'mulch volcano,' and arborists are losing it over how common it is. Burying the root flare can literally choke the tree, wasting tons of money and killing trees way too soon. Pro tip: mulch should look like a donut, not a volcano! Let’s save our trees (and our wallets) with smarter landscaping. #TreeCare #GardeningFails #LandscapingTips #Home20Share
William Wilkerson+FollowRain Garden Glow-Up Hits a SnagImagine finally finishing your dream rain garden, posting pics online, and then learning you accidentally planted an invasive species! That’s what happened to one Redditor, who got called out for including butterfly bush (a big no-no for native gardens). The best part? They took the feedback like a champ and promised to swap it out. Lesson learned: double-check your plant list before you dig! Native plants = happy pollinators and less yard work. Would you know which plants to avoid? #GardeningFails #NativePlants #EcoFriendly #Home10Share
phillipsbrian+FollowMulch Volcanoes Are Killing Trees?!Ever heard of 'mulch volcanoes'? Turns out, piling mulch up around your trees like a volcano is a big no-no. A Redditor shared a pic of their new landscaping, only to be warned by the internet that this trend can actually rot your trees and attract pests. Even pros get it wrong! If you want healthy trees (and to save cash), keep mulch away from the trunk and show off that root flare. Pro tip: Native plants are way easier and better for the planet! #GardeningFails #LandscapingTips #HomeownerHacks #Home40Share
