Looking after
How to mulch
A layer of compost, straw or bark on damp soil to hold water in and keep weeds down.
Water the soil well first, or mulch after rain.
Spread about 5 cm of compost, straw or bark round the plants.
Keep it a few centimetres back from the stems.
When to do it
It depends on the crop. Tap one for the dates where you live.
CourgetteAfter planting outDates for your area
SquashAfter planting outDates for your area
RaspberryEach springDates for your area
RhubarbEach winterDates for your area
Also part of growing
What it helps prevent
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