I want to use some mulch/wood chips in my front yard with some nice native plants in lieu of lawns. However, I am not sure if this means I will be attracting termites? Some info I have found from googling suggests that this shouldn't be a problem as long as I keep the mulch away from the house and have a small layer (2-3 inches), but I am still a little uncertain?
Should I stay away from using mulch? If I do put some down, how far away should I keep it from the slab? Are there certian types of mulch that are better to use that won't attract termites?