Protect New Installations Through Winter with Late Season Mulching
Mulching gets plenty of attention in spring, but late season mulching is just as important — especially for plants installed during fall planting. Done correctly, it protects root systems through winter’s temperature swings and sets plants up for a stronger spring.
What Late Season Mulch Protects Against
Winter brings a specific set of stresses that mulch helps buffer:
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- Rapid soil temperature fluctuations that can damage shallow roots
- Frost heave, which can push newly installed plants out of the ground
- Moisture loss during dry winter stretches
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