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To: greeneyes
If I might jump in with a question: I just weeded out a large amount of ground around some of my yard's decorative plants (azaleas, etc.)

Should I put mulch down over that area, like I would do in the spring? Or is that a waste of time this late in the season?

Thanks for any advice!

3 posted on 09/18/2015 1:19:18 PM PDT by Leaning Right (Why am I holding this lantern? I am looking for the next Reagan.)
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To: Leaning Right

I don’t know where you live, but here in Massachusetts, mulch is always a good idea.


6 posted on 09/18/2015 1:24:08 PM PDT by trisham (Zen is not easy. It takes effort to attain nothingness. And then what do you have? Bupkis.)
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To: Leaning Right

Mulch, mulch, mulch. You can’t overdo it. IMHO


7 posted on 09/18/2015 1:24:30 PM PDT by gorush (History repeats itself because human nature is static)
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To: Leaning Right

Mulch is never a waste of time. It’s beneficial for many reasons, so I would do it.


13 posted on 09/18/2015 1:41:16 PM PDT by greeneyes (Moderation in defense of your country is NO virtue. Le//t Freedom Ring.)
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To: Leaning Right
Leaning Right :" Should I put mulch down over that area, like I would do in the spring? Or is that a waste of time this late in the season?"

Mulch anytime you can; it will equalize soil moisture , and supress any week growth that will compete with the plants.
Also , the further North you are , it will minimize 'frost heaves' which could also dessicate the roots by limiting the temperature variations in the soil .
Sounds to me like a win/win situation.

52 posted on 09/18/2015 3:06:42 PM PDT by Tilted Irish Kilt (The GOPe and Karl Rove got Obama elected twice. .. How'd that work out for ya ?)
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