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Advantages of Mulch: 11 Handy Home Uses For Mulch

Mulch is often considered a gardener’s best friend. The advantages of mulch are many. Here is a shortlist that includes some real standouts that any homeowner would benefit from knowing. Advantages of Mulch For Weed Control: One of the primary benefits of mulch is its ability to suppress weeds. Mulch acts as a physical barrier,…

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Using Straw as Mulch

Straw is one of the most readily available and versatile materials for use as mulch. The benefits are numerous, the downsides are minimal, and it’s difficult to get wrong. 5 Benefits of Straw as Mulch Straw Insulates Your Soil One of the primary benefits of straw as mulch is it’s ability to regulate soil temperature….

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Mulch Over Grass Seed

Grass seed can be expensive. Whether you’re starting from scratch, overseeding some thin spots in your lawn, or regrowing a bare patch, you’ll want to give it the best opportunity to flourish. I’ll address the question should you lay mulch over grass seed so that your time and money won’t go to waste. And yes,…