I am considering putting mulch (chipped from oak and ash trees) around the base of my Frontenac vines to control the weeds. I'd appreciate suggestions about the use of mulch or other deterrents to weed growth. Thanks in advance,
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Mulch at base of vines?
Apr 22, 2009
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Wood chips are the best mulch and I have been mulching for 3 years now. There is a dramatic difference in the health of the vine along with a dramatic increase in the quality of the fruit. I highly recommend it. Mulch after a heavy rain to trap in the moisture. About
4-6" is good. Avoid mulching when the ground is dry. If you have to mulch when the ground is dry, water heavily first then mulch, then water the mulch heavily. You will notice the need for any fertilizer will disappear.
Some advantages to wood chip mulch- lots of mychorrizal fungi, worms, breaks down to great dirt quick. Don't disturb the soil structure once you start mulching. Just lay more wood chips on top. You'll be impressed at the black color of the dirt and the amount of worms you'll have. Good source of fishing worms :)
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