Mulch

usgb/mʌltʃ/
noun

A material, often decaying leaves or compost, spread over soil to protect or improve it.

She spread mulch around the base of the plants to help the soil retain water.
Visual representation of "mulch" - A material, often decaying leaves or compost, spread over soil to protect or improve it.

Often appears as...

  • spread mulch
  • garden mulch

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Gardening Term

Mainly used in gardening to describe a protective ground covering.

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Adding mulch in the spring can enrich the soil.
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Variety of Materials

Mulch can be made from many different materials, not just leaves.

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She used straw as mulch for her vegetable garden.
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Soil Improvement

Mulch is used to improve soil health by adding nutrients as it decomposes.

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Organic mulch can add vital nutrients back into the soil.
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