Rooted Ramblings: Rethinking mulch: Let plants do the work

Written by Beth Whipple, Portage County Master Gardener Volunteer

“How many times have you walked through a woodland or meadow and seen animals busily spreading wood mulch—chickadees placing each piece just so, squirrels smoothing it with their tails? It’s a sight to see as nature works to reduce weed competition and add organic matter to the soil.” — Izel Plants....

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