Author

Katherine Stewart

Katherine Stewart, CPSS, directs operations at a municipal compost facility where she oversees large-scale organic waste recovery systems. She writes about commercial composting and mulch production. Stewart has worked in municipal waste management for 18 years, having previously operated heavy machinery and directed recovery workflows at regional processing centers. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in environmental science from the College of Saint Benedict and specializes in the management of high-volume compost windrows.

Is Black Mulch Toxic? The Truth About Its Safety
Can You Put Mulch in a Vegetable Garden?
Is Wood Ash Good for the Garden?
How to Use Wood Chips in Your Garden
Is Black Walnut Mulch Toxic to Plants and Animals?
Why Does Mulch Stink and Is It Bad for Plants?
Why Does Mulch Smell So Bad? The Science Explained
Are Coffee Grounds Good for Azaleas?
How to Shred Leaves for Mulch and Use Them
Do Wood Chips Make Good Mulch?
What Is Black Mulch Made Of and Is It Safe?
What Plants Like Pine Needles for Mulch?
What to Do With Leaf Mulch in Your Garden
Is Rubber Mulch Safe for Plants?
How to Use Worm Castings in Your Garden
Do You Have to Shred Leaves for Mulch?
Why Does Mulch Steam? The Science Behind the Heat
Should I Mulch My Garden? The Benefits and How-To
Is Leaf Mulch Good for Vegetable Gardens?
How to Use Straw as Mulch in the Garden
What to Do With Fallen Leaves: Mulch, Compost, or Remove?
Can Oak Leaves Be Used as Mulch?
Can I Use Black Mulch in My Vegetable Garden?
Do Citrus Trees Like Coffee Grounds?
When Is the Best Time to Start Sheet Mulching?
Can You Use Sawdust as Mulch in a Vegetable Garden?
What Is Green Mulch and How Does It Work?
What Is Cocoa Mulch and Is It Safe for Pets?
How to Prepare the Ground for Mulch
What Is Living Mulch and How Does It Work?