Mulching
The natural and gradual decomposition of dead organic matter that has been evenly spread on top of the ground. Mulching enriches and protects garden soil, providing a better environment for plants.
Mulching and Composting are Good Alternatives
Dear EarthTalk: Now that autumn is here the leaves are going to pile up in my yard again. Is it really that bad to burn them? Why is it illegal to burn leaves in so many places now?
mulch - leaves, straw or compost used to cover growing plants to protect them from the wind or cold.
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Mulch
Any substance such as leaves, bark, compost, or straw which is spread on the ground to protect roots of plants from heat, cold or excessive dryness.
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Mulch
Any composted or non-composted organic material, excluding plastic, that is suitable for placing on soil surfaces to restrict moisture loss from the soil and to provide a source of nutrients to the soil to aid plant growth ...
Mulch: A layer of material (wood chips, straw, leaves, etc.) placed around plants to hold moisture, prevent weed growth, and enrich or sterilize the soil.
Mulch: natural or artificial layer of plant residue pr pther material covering the land surface which conserves soil moisture, holds soil in place, aids in establishing plant cover, and minimizes temperature fluctuations.
mulch (to)
To apply a mulch to the surface of the soil.
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mulching
Any loose covering of soil with organic residues, such as grass, straw, or wood fibers, to check erosion and stabilize exposed soil.
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mulch Any vegetable substance spread or allowed to remain on the soil surface to conserve moisture and shield soil particles from the erosive forces of raindrops and runoff.
Mulch to retain moisture in the soil. This helps control weeds that compete with plants for water.
Plant native and/or drought-tolerant grasses, ground covers, shrubs and trees. Check with your local nursery for advice.
MULCHING The process of mulching involves putting a layer of organic material around the base of plants or trees or over a bed of soil as a 'blanket' in order to protect the soil.
Stubble mulch - Stubble or other crop residue left on the soil or partly worked into the soil. It protects the soil from wind ...
Composting A process whereby organic wastes, including food and paper, decompose naturally, resulting in a product rich in minerals and ideal for gardening and farming as a soil conditioner, mulch , resurfacing material, or landfill cover.
Soil &endash; many localities run their own park recycling centers and have soil and mulch available for pick up. Farms and construction sites may also provide soil.
Composting - A process whereby organic wastes, including food, paper, and yard wastes, decompose naturally and produce a material rich in minerals and ideal for gardening and farming as a soil conditioner or mulch, ...
permaculture: a system of natural gardening/farming avoiding chemical pesticides and fertilisers and creating "edible forests" that mimic natural biodiverse ecosystems by using mixed planting, mulching, composting, beneficial bugs and insects.
An innovative, comprehensive approach to pollution prevention and water use efficiency that incorporates all of the following: planning and design, soil analysis, appropriate plant selection, practical turf areas, efficient irrigation, use of mulches, ...
 See also: Soil, Environment, Water, Air, Waste
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