WEDNESDAY, April 10, 2013 â A common virus affecting 79 million Americans, already known to cause cervical and head and neck cancers, may also be linked to lung cancer, according to preliminary research findings presented at the American Association for Cancer Researchâs annual meeting.
Organic mulch is material that is applied to the surface of garden soil to protect plantings and improve soil structure. Mulch is considered organic if it is made of material that was previously living plant matter. Examples of organic mulch include shredded leaves, compost, and crushed corn cobs.
What is Mulch? Get an overview of mulch, what it is and why to use it, some history, and more resources for further research. Mulch is any material placed around plants usually a few inches deep to reduce weeds, increase or decrease soil temperature, retain soil moisture and reduce soil compaction. The type of mulch one uses will depend on the function and the aesthetic value of the landscape.