Mulching your plants can be a good investment of your time to help ensure successful gardening. Mulches retain moisture in the soil, slow weed growth, protect the soil from erosion, keep soil temperatures moderate, protect your plants from soilborne diseases, and keep plants and fruits clean. There are different types of mulch to consider for your backyard project.
Organic mulches add nutrients to the soil and supply organic matter.
They can reduce soil compaction and encourage the presence of beneficial organisms. Popular organic choices are woodchips and leaves. Be sure that the leaves have aged at least six months. Natural chemicals can leach from decaying leaves and harm your new plants. Unchopped leaves can mat and block essential air and water from entering the soil.