Mulching

It's that time of year again. People mulch shrubs and trees during late winter to keep the spring weeds from growing. In the garden, mulching keeps the veggies clean and retains moisture.

Keep in mind:
for veggies, mulch should be at least 6" deep. Otherwise weeds will pop through.
for apparent reasons wait to mulch until your plants are are over 6" tall or gradually mulch as they grow.
if there are late april showers, you can mulch in between showers. This is a win-win. Your mulch will keep in the moisture already there and will store up the moisture it receives.

Mulch time!

The above picture is progress of the spinach, kale (turned out it was broccoli), peas, and year around lettuce.