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What is mulching (top dressing) and why should you do it?

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Mulching (also known as top dressing) offers numerous benefits for your plants, soil and overall garden health. A mulch is a layer of material applied to the surface of the soil around trees, paths, flower and vegetable beds. Mulch can be applied at any time of year, but Autumn and Spring are popular times whilst…