What is Mulch?

mulham jarjnazei Wed Apr 20, 2011 9:21 pm

Mulch is any material placed over soil in the garden. It's designed
to retain moisture, deter weeds and keep the soil from eroding. The
benefits of mulch are plentiful. For the busy gardener, mulch is a
great time-saving device because it helps to prevent weeds from
sprouting in the garden. In addition, it can keep the soil moist,
reducing the need for constant watering. Mulch will enrich the existing
soil and will prevent rain and other elements from washing it away.
Besides, a thick layer of mulch looks much better in a garden than bare
soil.Mulch can come from several sources. You can either buy mulch through your landscaper or garden center, or you can make your own by shredding leaves, sticks, grass, bark, compost
and other organic material. By doing this instead of throwing the
material out with the trash, you're recycling and saving the environment
from more landfill. Manure also makes a great mulch, but many people
shy away from it because of the smell.