Understanding Mulch - Magic in the Garden

Mulch is one of the most important things you can use in your garden and landscape. It has many benefits, is usually free or inexpensive, and easy to use. Gardener Scott discusses and demonstrates some of the best attributes of mulch: it helps retain soil moisture; it reduces weeds; it protects the trunks of trees and other plants; it moderates soil temperature; it helps to reduce soil compaction; it can help beautify your landscape; it can help improve soil and its nutrients; it reduces splashing of fungus and bacteria onto leaves.