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Mulching at a glance |
| Material
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Amount to Apply |
Notes |
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Bark mulch |
2-4 inches |
Smaller
chips are easier to spread, especially around small plants.
Excellent for use around trees, shrubs, and perennial gardens.
When spreading mulch around trees, keep the mulch an inch
or two away from the trunk. A couple inches of mulch is adequate.
There is no need to apply the mulch 6 or 8 inches high, as
often is seen. |
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Wood chips |
2-4 inches |
Similar to bark mulch. If using fresh wood chips that are
mixed with a lot of leaves, composting may be beneficial.
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Leaves |
3-4 inches |
Best to chop and compost before spreading. If using dry leaves,
apply about 6 inches. |
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Grass clippings |
2-3 inches |
Thicker layers tend to compact and rot, becoming quite slimy
and smelly. Add additional layers as clippings decompose.
Do not use clippings from lawns treated with herbicides. |
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Newspaper |
1/4 inch |
Apply sheets of newspaper and cover lightly with grass clippings
or other mulch material to anchor. If other mulch materials
are not available, cover edges of paper with soil. Applying
on a windy day can be a problem. |
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Compost |
3-4 inches |
Excellent material for enriching soil. |
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