What are the benefits of autumn mulching: summer residents revealed the secrets

15.09.2024 15:30
Updated: 27.09.2024 21:06

Mulching during the season is a very transparent and understandable procedure for us.

With its help, we retain a sufficient amount of moisture in the soil, which is beneficial for plants.

It also helps to deal with the problem of weeds. But not everyone knows why to mulch the soil in the autumn period.

Why experienced gardeners mulch their beds at the end of the season

First of all, it is worth noting the positive effect on the root system of plants. Even if the temperatures are very low, the plants will not suffer from this, as they will be reliably covered with a layer of mulch.

If you choose high-quality mulch, you can even have a positive effect on the composition of the soil, since we are talking about its upper layer. This will help increase the amount of nutrients and have a positive effect on the microflora.

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After the snow melts, the mulch will keep the soil moist because it will retain water. The issue of weeds will also remain relevant. If they try to sprout in early spring, the mulch layer will prevent this.

Therefore, at the end of the season, it is absolutely necessary to do this simple and useful procedure, as it has many obvious advantages.

Author: Marina Michalap Internet resource editor