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mulch, any material, usually organic, that is spread on the ground to protect the soil and the roots of plants from the effects of soil crusting, erosion, or freezing; it is also used to retard the growth of weeds. A mulch may be made of materials such as straw, sawdust, grass clippings, peat moss, leaves, or paper. For large areas under cultivation a tilled layer of soil serves the purpose of a mulch. mulch [məlch] (materials) A mixture of organic material, such as straw, peat moss, or leaves, that is spread over soil to prevent evaporation, maintain an even soil temperature, prevent erosion, control weeds, and enrich soil. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Beltsville researchers compared vetch-mulched fields given half the normal dose of commercial fertilizer with plastic mulched fields given a full dose of fertilizer. Many plants whose performance would otherwise be marginal suddenly become glorious specimens when their roots are kept either shaded or mulched. In heavily mulched areas, the seeds will fall naturally and reappear magically the following year to your surprise and delight. |
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