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- Q.Hi. I Am Going To Weed Wack Mature Weeds, Do I Leave The Chipped Weeds Where They Fall Or Sould They Be Removed? TIA - Hi. I am going to weed wack mature weeds, do I leave the chipped weeds where they fall or sould ...
- Q.I Live In An Area With Fleas. I Would Like To Mulch With Cedar Mulch, But Very Expensive; So 1/2 Cedar 1/2 Shred Hardwood. Which O - ne should go on the bottom, which one on top?? I am having 8 cu yd of cedar delivered and ...
- Q.Can I Use Fresh-raked Leaves On My Garden Vegetables Without First Mulching? - I live in Zone 8b, southern La.- 100 ft. of mixed vegs. tomatoes, peppers, squash, eggplant.
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- Q.Best Mulch For Veggie Garden - For the last 2 years, I have used straw to mulch around my plants but I've ended up with so ...
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Johnny B on
April 5, 2021
IrelandQ.Hi. I Am Going To Weed Wack Mature Weeds, Do I Leave The Chipped Weeds Where They Fall Or Sould They Be Removed? TIA
Hi. I am going to weed wack mature weeds, do I leave the chipped weeds where they fall or sould they be removed? TIA
Answered by
GKH_Susan on
April 5, 2021
Certified ExpertA.You can leave them if they will be chopped fine. If these weeds have seed heads formed, I'd suggest using a mower with a bag to catch the seeds if it's not a garden situation. Otherwise, you will be dispersing a lot of weed seeds.
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April 6, 2021A.Thank you very much!
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Anonymous on
April 15, 2021Q.I Live In An Area With Fleas. I Would Like To Mulch With Cedar Mulch, But Very Expensive; So 1/2 Cedar 1/2 Shred Hardwood. Which O
ne should go on the bottom, which one on top?? I am having 8 cu yd of cedar delivered and 8 cu yards of shredded hardwood to put 2.5 inches in my beds around the property. I can't decide if I should put the cedar down first and then the shredded hardwood, or vise-versa, to try to keep pests out of my yard. Specifically fleas, termites, ants, etc. The cedar is $40 cu yd and shred hardwood is $25 cu yd. Thank you for any advice.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
April 15, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Here's an article about flea control:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/flea-control-for-gardens.htm
Here's another about using wood mulch: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/mulch/bark-mulch-in-gardens.htmI think laying the cedar mulch down first would be best to deal with the fleas that are already there. Or just mix the two. You may have to resort to some other treatments if your insect problem is severe, but don't forget - we need insects in the garden - maybe not fleas. Just make sure there's no wood mulch near your house or outbuildings, especially if you know you have termites.
If this is a persistent problem in your area, you may be able to get the best advice from your local extension service. Here's a link with their info:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search?zip=22032&radius=10&extservsearchaction=search&submit=SearchWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Anonymous on
April 26, 2021Q.Can I Use Fresh-raked Leaves On My Garden Vegetables Without First Mulching?
I live in Zone 8b, southern La.- 100 ft. of mixed vegs. tomatoes, peppers, squash, eggplant.
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GKH_Susan on
April 28, 2021
Certified ExpertA.You can, but it's much better if they're shredded, composted or otherwise broken down - even broken up by your lawnmower. When they're just fresh whole leaves, they can block water and air to the plants and roots. Here's an article on composting leaves
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/ingredients/composting-leaves.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
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May 19, 2021Q.Mulch Question
Hi!I am a newbie on gardening and just moved in a house with a huge yard. Is hemlock bark mulch a type of hardwood bark mulch? What is the difference with aged hemlock bark mulch? Is hemlock or pine bark mulch better for a garden flower?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
May 22, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Yes, it is a type of hardwood mulch and any of the hardwood mulches will work fine in your garden.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/mulch/using-hemlock-mulch-on-veggies.htm
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cjprev on
June 28, 2021
59833, Florence, MT Zone 5Q.Best Mulch For Veggie Garden
For the last 2 years, I have used straw to mulch around my plants but I've ended up with so many weeds and I think they are coming from the straw. In your opinion, what is the BEST mulch for your veggie garden?
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BushDoctor on
June 28, 2021
Certified ExpertA.My opinion may differ from your needs, or budget, unfortunately. I would advise doing what suits your needs, best, for your area and budget.
Here is an article that will help you to get started:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/mulch/benefits-of-using-mulch.htm
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June 29, 2021Q.What Type Of Mulch Is Best For Shrubs & Flowering Plants
What is the depth of mulch recommended for shrubs & plants?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
July 10, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Many people like wood chips for mulch, such as cypress, pine, or cedar mulch. I avoid the colored mulch, because it's not clear whether the dyes are harmful or not.
Here is more info on mulches:
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August 7, 2021Q.Is Coconut Shell Mulch Good
Is coconut shell mulch good in a garden. Are there any environmental concerns, bird health risk or side effects I should be aware of.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
August 22, 2021
Certified ExpertA.This article should help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/mulch/using-coconut-coir-mulch.htm
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