Q.vegetable garden mulch
What is the best vegetable garden mulch to use to keep weeds, ants, and snakes away?
No mulch can keep out all weeds, insects or snakes, but can help deter and control these issues.
Here are some articles with more information to help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/mulch/cedar-mulch-in-gardens.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/getting-rid-of-snakes.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/get-rid-of-ants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/vegetable-weed-control.htm