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Applying Garden Mulch Keep mulch at least 3 inches away from the trunks and stems of plants to prevent mildew problems and hiding places for pests. Very light, dry mulches need to be spread at double their recommended depth to achieve that number after settling. Select light colored mulch in summer and dark in winter.
- What is the easiest way to spread mulch?
- Do you have to remove old mulch before applying new mulch?
- What should I put down before mulching?
- What is the best tool for spreading mulch?
What is the easiest way to spread mulch?
Spread mulch — Shovel mulch from your wheelbarrow or shake mulch from your bag into small piles. Then use your hands to spread the mulch, especially as you get close to the base of your plants. How much mulch should you apply? You should spread your mulch to be two to four inches thick.
Do you have to remove old mulch before applying new mulch?
Mulch gradually breaks down, adding beneficial nutrients and other organic matter to the soil. Removing pre-existing mulch every year only ends up to be extra work and a needless expense. ... However, if you're down to an inch, top off the old layer with an additional inch of new mulch to keep it at its optimum level.
What should I put down before mulching?
Preparing Your Landscape for Garden Mulch
- Kill weeds in your landscape. ...
- Trim trees and bushes in your yard. ...
- Clean out your garden beds. ...
- Cultivate your landscaping beds. ...
- Edge landscape beds before adding garden mulch. ...
- Before you mulch your landscape, rake the area smooth. ...
- Apply a pre-emergent to prevent weeds. ...
- It's time to mulch your landscape and flower beds.
What is the best tool for spreading mulch?
Use a sturdy bow rake to spread mulch. Bow rakes have short, sturdy tines, generally about 3 inches long. Leaf rakes are useless for moving all but the fluffiest mulches. When transferring mulch from a wheelbarrow or tarp to a garden, place several small piles of mulch rather than one big pile in the garden.
