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Magnificent Mulch – Episode 004
Because mulching is so central to the practice of permaculture, I thought it would make sense here to talk about how mulch can benefit your garden; what kinds are available (as well as their advantages/disdvantages); and also about weed control. Listen to this episode as we cover all of the following points:
Conventional vs Permaculture Gardening
Conventional gardening
– no mulch
– annual tilling
– constant watering
– perpetual weeding
– compacted soil
– fertilizer applications
– variable yields
Permaculture Gardening
– mulch
– no tilling
– constant moisture
– weeds greatly reduced
– no compaction
– perpetual self-fertilization
– high yields
– mycorrhiza in soil (beneficial fungus, helps plants grow)
Sources of Mulch
– straw
– hay
– tubground mulch
– woodchips
– grass clippings
– weeds
– leaves
– rocks
– don’t till it in!!!
– best sources are those that have the basic components in them to break down and become excellent soil – good carbon/nitrogen mix
Weed control
– landscaping fabric
– paper
– cardboard
– underlay rolls
– mulch
– weed tea
Permaculture all about constantly reflecting on what you’re doing, being aware of what’s happening around you, and trying to turn problems into solutions.
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By MaritimeGardening.comBecause mulching is so central to the practice of permaculture, I thought it would make sense here to talk about how mulch can benefit your garden; what kinds are available (as well as their advantages/disdvantages); and also about weed control. Listen to this episode as we cover all of the following points:
Conventional vs Permaculture Gardening
Conventional gardening
– no mulch
– annual tilling
– constant watering
– perpetual weeding
– compacted soil
– fertilizer applications
– variable yields
Permaculture Gardening
– mulch
– no tilling
– constant moisture
– weeds greatly reduced
– no compaction
– perpetual self-fertilization
– high yields
– mycorrhiza in soil (beneficial fungus, helps plants grow)
Sources of Mulch
– straw
– hay
– tubground mulch
– woodchips
– grass clippings
– weeds
– leaves
– rocks
– don’t till it in!!!
– best sources are those that have the basic components in them to break down and become excellent soil – good carbon/nitrogen mix
Weed control
– landscaping fabric
– paper
– cardboard
– underlay rolls
– mulch
– weed tea
Permaculture all about constantly reflecting on what you’re doing, being aware of what’s happening around you, and trying to turn problems into solutions.