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Thanks to the University of Maryland/Maryland Grows this informative article on how mulch volcanoes kill trees.

I’ve been a bit twitchy lately. I keep seeing mulch piled high around trees and it makes me more than a little baffling. Those mulch volcanoes are so very bad for trees. 

Why? They hold moisture against the bark, inviting rot, pests, rodents, and disease.

With mulch, less is more. One to three inches is all you need. 

Done right, mulch can be a good thing. It suppresses weeds, holds moisture, prevents soil compaction, moderates temperature, and improves soil structure when it breaks down.  

Mulch can be att...

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This month I am sharing some ideas on eco-friendly ways you can enhance and enjoy your outdoor living spaces this summer. Getting closer to nature can have a calming effect on everyone in the family. You can do something good for the environment while you are spending time with your family.

Whether you are working on your garden to have it look its best or buying products for your outdoor space, it’s important to be eco-friendly. Why? We want to keep this world healthy for the next generation and for many generations to come.

Reuse. Renew. Recycle.

Try to use something you already have instead of buying a new item. Freshen up or repair things you have to make it like new again. Recycle what you can so it doesn’t end up in the landfill.

Pollinators

Pollinators are so import...

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