Mulch
Most of us know the value of using mulch in the garden. But what are the different types and which one is best? How and when is the right way to use it? We can help with this. In the articles that follow, you will find a number of tips and information on using various mulch types. When you're armed with the right knowledge, you can put all these questions to bed.
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Leaf Mulch Info – Learn About Mulching With Leaves
Many gardeners view the piles of dropped autumn leaves as a nuisance but should actually be looked upon as a boon. Leaf litter mulch in gardens has many attributes. Read here for some interesting leaf mulch information.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Sawdust For Garden Use – Tips For Using Sawdust As A Garden Mulch
Mulching with sawdust is a common practice, and using sawdust for mulch can be an easy and economical choice, as long as you take a couple simple precautions. This article provides more information on mulching with sawdust.
By Liz Baessler
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Tips On Using Pine Straw For Garden Mulch
Mulching with organic materials helps add nutrients, keep weeds at bay, and warm the soil. Is pine straw good mulch? Pine straw is freely available in areas with pine trees and is inexpensive to purchase in bales. Click here to learn more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Common Mulch Fungus: Does Mulch Cause Fungus And Can It Be Treated
Most gardeners take advantage of organic mulch such as bark chips, leaf mulch or compost, which is more attractive, healthy for growing plants, and beneficial to the soil. But sometimes organic mulch and fungus go hand in hand. Click here to learn more.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Nut Shell Garden Mulch: Tips For Using Nut Hulls As Mulch
It?s baseball season again and he who shall remain nameless is blowing through bags of not only peanuts but pistachios as well. This got me to thinking about using nut hulls as mulch. Can you use nut shells as mulch? Read here to learn more.
By Amy Grant
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What Is Coconut Coir: Tips On Using Coconut Coir As Mulch
Using coconut coir as mulch is an environmentally friendly alternative to non-renewable mulches such as peat moss. This important point, however, only scratches the surface when it comes to coir mulch benefits. Learn more in this article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Mulching In Windy Spots – How To Choose A Wind Proof Mulch
Like love, mulch is a many-splendored thing. When layered over soil, mulch can do amazing things. In windy areas, you need a mulch that won?t blow away. Click this article for information about mulching in windy spots.
By Teo Spengler
