Grass clippings are a free and abundant source of mulch for your garden. Mulch keeps the soil cool and helps retain soil moisture levels and prevents weeds. Just make certain your grass clippings are not from a lawn that was treated with a weed-and-feed herbicide/fertilizer product.
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Prevent Herbicide Carryover from Mulch and Compost
Adding a layer of compost or mulch around your garden’s vegetables and flowers is one of the best ways to improve soil structure, increase fertility, retain moisture and prevent weeds.