Alternatives to using plastic mulch for soil warming Plant in areas where the soils warm fastest. Temperature gains can be realized by raising or ridging the planting bed. Use floating row covers.

Generally, you'll apply mulch 2 to 3 inches deep, with the exception of grass clippings, which you should keep to a depth of ...

Imported from Ireland, plastic mulch is a film placed on a growing surface used to help plant crops and apply products, such as pesticides. It's intended to be oxo-biodegradable, meaning the ...

Gardeners put a lot of effort into their landscape, and adding mulch will help reap many benefits, said David Hillock, ...