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Archive Home > 2004 > November > 30 > STEP SIX: EFFECTIVE USE OF MULCHES

STEP SIX: EFFECTIVE USE OF MULCHES


November 30, 2004

Just 3 to 4 inches of a top dressing, such as pine needles, shredded bark or leaves, around the base of existing plants will minimize evaporation and reduce weeds and competition in the garden. It will also prevent erosion and keep the soil cool during the....

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