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7. Mulch and Fertilize. Apply a thin layer of mulch (1 to 2 inches) around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, but keep it away from the trunk to prevent rot. After two to three weeks ...
[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]
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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
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 ...
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.
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]
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