08/30/2023
Zanescapes tip of the day.......
Mulch has many benefits , including:
Retaining moisture: Mulch reduces water loss from the soil surface, which helps maintain soil moisture.
Regulating soil temperature: Mulch acts as an insulator, helping to regulate soil temperature to keep plant roots cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Reducing w**ds: Mulch reduces w**d growth by keeping light from reaching the soil surface.
Improving soil structure: Organic mulch improves the soil structure and adds nutrients as it decomposes.
Reducing erosion and soil compaction: Mulch protects bare soil, reducing erosion and soil compaction.
Reducing runoff: Mulch is better than bare soil at capturing water and fostering water pe*******on, so it reduces runoff.
Improving plant health: Mulch improves plant health.
The best times to lay a fresh layer of mulch are in the spring and fall, when the soil isn't too hot or cold. You should avoid laying mulch just before major rainfall or very windy weather.
