can grass be used as mulch in a veggie garden?

Can I use grass in my garden after my seeds have sprouted and are growing as a mulch to keep weeds down, moisture up, and not worry about bugs and slugs?

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#1 Comment By theficuswrangler On 07/10/2014 @ 4:38 pm

You can use grass clippings – read more here: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/mulch-for-tomatoes.htm ^[1]
More information about natural mulch: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/whats-the-best-mulch-for-my-garden.htm ^[2]
Don’t depend on the mulch to control pests, however. Many of them hide in the mulch during the day, and come out to dine at night. Foiling pests requires constant vigilance.

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