mulching

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Mulching' is a gardening practice where you spread materials, like compost or straw, over the soil. This helps keep the soil moist, controls weeds, and improves soil health.

Examples in Different Contexts

In gardening, 'mulching' refers to the practice of covering the soil around plants with a layer of material to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and improve soil health. A gardener might say, 'Applying organic mulch helps retain soil moisture and provides nutrients as it decomposes.'

Practice Scenarios

Sustainability

Scenario:

Our community garden's soil has been drying out too quickly during the summer months. Then it becomes less fruitful.

Response:

Have we ever considered mulching in our gardens? I bet it's going to help with the moisture problem.

Urban-Planning

Scenario:

The rate of soil compaction near the new construction site has raised concerns. We are seeing negative effects on the adjacent green space.

Response:

Maybe mulching around the trees could help reduce soil compaction and benefit the green spaces.