Cornell resources:
Mulches for landscaping – From Cornell Cooperative Extension. Also, Too much mulch can kill! and Beware of toxic mulch
Common Cultural Problems of Landscape Trees and Shrubs
Other resources:
Proper Mulching Techniques – International Society of Arboriculture brochure series.
Mulching Trees – USDA Forest Service Northeast Center for Urban and Community Forestry Urban and Community Forestry Factsheets.