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2. Bark (botany) - Wikipedia

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   The bark of some trees, notably oak (Quercus robur) is a source of tannic acid, which is used in tanning. Bark chips generated as a by-product of lumber production are often used in bark mulch. Bark is important to the horticultural industry since in shredded form it is used for plants that do not thrive in ordinary soil, such as epiphytes. [50]

3. 13 Types of Mulch—and How to Choose the Right One for ... - AOL

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   Landscapers define mulch as any material placed over the soil's surface as a covering. In addition to supporting plant health and keeping weeds down, mulch allows you to keep your mower away from ...

4. Mulch - Wikipedia

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   Groundcovers are plants which grow close to the ground, under the main crop, to slow the development of weeds and provide other benefits of mulch. They are usually fast-growing plants that continue growing with the main crops. By contrast, cover crops are incorporated into the soil or killed with herbicides. However, live mulches also may need ...

5. Barkdust - Wikipedia

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   Barkdust is commonly used in landscaping around trees or shrubs. It is especially common in the Pacific Northwest where the tree species used to produce it are native. Barkdust is valued for its effectiveness at suppressing weeds; tree bark contains natural herbicides. [citation needed] In addition, many consider barkdust to be visually appealing.

6. How To Keep Your Plants Warm In The Winter When Cold Weather ...

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   Provide plant roots with a warm winter blanket of mulch. A two- to four-inch mulch layer around trees, shrubs and perennial beds helps reduce moisture loss and moderates soil temperatures during ...

7. Here's how you can protect young trees from rabbits and ... - AOL

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   Rabbits and rodents can cause injury to the thin bark and twigs of young trees. When snow covers food sources normally sought during winter, these animals often move into home lawns in search of food.