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  2. 13 Types of Mulch—and How to Choose the Right One for ... - AOL

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    Generally, you'll apply mulch 2 to 3 inches deep, with the exception of grass clippings, which you should keep to a depth of 1 to 2 inches.. Be sure to avoid building mulch "volcanos" against tree ...

  3. When to Plant Grass Seed in Spring, According to Landscaping ...

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    Keep these tips from our experts in mind when planting grass seed in spring. Break Up the Soil Breaking up the surface of the soil ensures good seed-to-soil contact.

  4. When should you start planting in your garden this spring ...

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    Vegetable or Fruit. When Should Plant It. Days until Harvest. Beets. March. 50 to 70. Broccoli. March. 80 to 90. Radishes. March 1 to April 15. 25 to 40. Sweet Corn. March 25 to 30

  5. Broadcast seeding - Wikipedia

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    hydroseeding, where a slurry of seed, mulch and water is sprayed over prepared ground in a uniform layer. Broadcast seeding is of particular use in establishing dense plant spacing, as for cover crops and lawns. In comparison to traditional drill planting, broadcast seeding will require 10–20% more seed.

  6. Sheet mulching - Wikipedia

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    [6] One variation of mulching, called Hügelkultur, involves using buried logs and branches as the first layer of the bed. [7] Before step 4, an initial layer (2–3 kg/m 2) of matter rich in nutrients (such as compost or manure) may be added to bolster decomposition. [1] Some permaculturists incorporate composting in step 5, step 6, or both. [3]

  7. Living mulch - Wikipedia

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    Living mulch planted to retard weed growth between corn rows. In agriculture, a living mulch is a cover crop interplanted or undersown with a main crop, and intended to serve the purposes of a mulch, such as weed suppression and regulation of soil temperature. Living mulches grow for a long time with the main crops, whereas cover crops are ...

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  9. Mulch - Wikipedia

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    The effect of mulch upon soil moisture content is complex. Mulch forms a layer between the soil and the atmosphere reducing evaporation. [11] However, mulch can also prevent water from reaching the soil by absorbing or blocking water from light rains and overly thick layers of mulch can reduce oxygen in the soil. [12]