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I'm sure of that - white clover isn't an annual plant. It keeps on giving. And giving.
Good thing it's as beneficial as it is. Particularly water conservation.
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Mulch. Just do it.
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Good thing it's as beneficial as it is. Particularly water conservation.
if you are turning your cover under, it's good to check out the luebkes. they use a special plough that does not leave hardpan below.
special hookah
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While mowing today, I noticed this plant that had been slowly taking over our yard. It seems to be similar to the other living mulches I've seen because anywhere this plant grows, the grass is darker, greener, thicker, and overall more healthy looking. Can anyone identify this? It seems to be another good Nitrogen producer for the soil and I'm considering planting some into my grow medium, along with white clover.
I've also noticed this stuff growing on its own, out of nowhere, inside my leaf compost pile. Any thoughts on what this plant may be or its benefits?
I've also noticed this stuff growing on its own, out of nowhere, inside my leaf compost pile. Any thoughts on what this plant may be or its benefits?
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I managed to find a great price on some red clover seeds locally, so I think I'll try that in a few pots for my next run, kind of a "see how it goes" sort of side-by-side test. I'm also going to try it in one of two strawberry beds for the same reason. I've never tried anything like a living mulch before, so I guess I'm a little cautious, but it sure sounds great in theory! 
here is more living mulch 2.0
purslane grows funny under LEDs.
purslane grows funny under LEDs.
its a squash
i found a germinated mango pit and a date palm in the worm bin today!
i found a germinated mango pit and a date palm in the worm bin today!
Date trees are propagated using side shoots. Basically cloned to keep the same genetics from the original hybrid. I think mango is okay from seed. The one I bought isn't from a cutting nor was it grafted. They get around40'. I keep topping mine. The ones I see do good here are in micro areas with plenty of other plantings around to keep the humidity as well as filter the sun. Mulched soil. Palm on the other hand craves the sun and well drained soil. They need a pollinator as well.
https://picasaweb.google.com/109928...key=Gv1sRgCMLUvo7ykKaJsQE#5614793894895991026
oh they are not meant for production, just as fun houseplants.
http://www.tropicalrainflorist.com/mango_trees.htm
I guess they are grafted.
Purslane, other than edibility, doesn't have the same benefit of clover when it's cut and chopped.
Someone mentioned using it in strawberries. I think of strawberries as living mulch already. Both are shallow rooted and create a mat. They compete with each other.
I use purslane in the yard because it is already there. To import as a cover crop, there's better choices.
I guess they are grafted.
Purslane, other than edibility, doesn't have the same benefit of clover when it's cut and chopped.
Someone mentioned using it in strawberries. I think of strawberries as living mulch already. Both are shallow rooted and create a mat. They compete with each other.
I use purslane in the yard because it is already there. To import as a cover crop, there's better choices.
the pot size will be limited, and they will like it or get composted.
not to be rude, but we should get back to this thread about using living mulch.
not to be rude, but we should get back to this thread about using living mulch.
i don't know about bud rot, but it's generally advisable to leave a little space between your plant's stem and the mulch, otherwise the microbes and critters breaking down the mulch may chew a little on your plant...
I pile it up high, right around the stem. No worries whatsoever.
i thought your soil had the meanest population of decomposers this side of the old growth forest?
they are almost as mean as my pruning shears.
Manitoid
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Okay back on topic...
What are your opinons, MadL of straw grass as living mulch? do you know what it bio accumulates? do you know if the roots will over compete with the mj roots.
Noticed that using the straw as first mulch obviously had seeds in it... I feel like if i left it in it would look great. It is easy to cut down to continue mulch.
grass like this doesnt grow here or so pretty like blades. Almost certain it is whatever large grass this straw is.
What are your opinons, MadL of straw grass as living mulch? do you know what it bio accumulates? do you know if the roots will over compete with the mj roots.
Noticed that using the straw as first mulch obviously had seeds in it... I feel like if i left it in it would look great. It is easy to cut down to continue mulch.
grass like this doesnt grow here or so pretty like blades. Almost certain it is whatever large grass this straw is.
