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Mulching Trees
Is it best to mulch trees with the material in a mound that slopes downward or
to make it ina a saucer shape. I've seen both and wonder if it depends on whether the tree is newly planted or for some other reason. P.S. If possible, please reply by E-mail. Thanks, Harry |
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"HarryD7521" wrote in message ... Is it best to mulch trees with the material in a mound that slopes downward or to make it ina a saucer shape. I've seen both and wonder if it depends on whether the tree is newly planted or for some other reason. P.S. If possible, please reply by E-mail. Thanks, Harry VOLCANO MULCHING “Volcano” mulching is one of the most common, poor horticultural practices in both commercial and residential landscapes. For some reason, many people like to pile mulch around tree trunks to a depth of one foot or more, making the mulched area look like a volcano. The recommended mulching depth, depending on the material selected, is 2" to 2.5". At this depth, most mulches will accommodate the primary objectives of weed control, soil moisture conservation, and temperature modification. Excess mulch, particularly if applied right against the stem or trunk of landscape plants, leads to constantly wet bark and conditions favorable for disease development. When reapplying mulch over an existing base, bring the total depth up to 2" to 2.5". Avoid applying 2" of mulch with each application or soon a depth much greater than that recommended will accumulate. In autumn, pull the mulch back approximately 6" or more from the stem or trunk of all woody plants to avoid rodent feeding. For more information on proper mulching techniques, refer to OSU Extension Home Yard and Garden FactSheet 1083-96, “Mulching Landscape Plants.” This FactSheet is available at the OSU @ TBG office, or on the web at http://ohioline.ag.ohio-state.edu/hy...1000/1083.html |
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Excess mulch, particularly if applied right against the stem or trunk of landscape plants, leads to constantly wet bark and conditions favorable for disease development. My neighbor "Volcano Mulched" the (cringe) Bradford Pears on his side of the driveway I share with him. In a recent storm, one of the trees broke off right at ground level, instead of higher up where the tree's branches divide. I attribute it to excess moisture trapped in the volcano's peak. |
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When I plant a tree, I dig a hole three times the size of the root ball. I
plant it a few inches more shallow than it was in the container. I put down a layer of compost about one or two inches, then mulch. I never touch the trunk with mulch, I don't dig trenches, or dishes, or have anything sloped. The mulch is above the ground however deep I make it. In a years time the tree is down in the hole...after the rains settle it in. So, to answer your question, see above! V On 29 Sep 2003 18:10:33 GMT, (HarryD7521) opined: Is it best to mulch trees with the material in a mound that slopes downward or to make it ina a saucer shape. I've seen both and wonder if it depends on whether the tree is newly planted or for some other reason. P.S. If possible, please reply by E-mail. Thanks, Harry |
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On Tue, 30 Sep 2003 00:45:36 GMT, animaux
wrote: I plant it a few inches more shallow than it was in the container. Based on my experience, this is a good idea for most woody plants. Keeps the plant from getting too deep (and the roots deprived of oxygen). Mike Prager Beaufort, NC (on the coast in zone 8a) (Remove spam traps from email address to reply.) |
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