By Mary H. Dyer, Master Naturalist and Master Gardener Mulch is a must-have in the garden. It conserves soil moisture by preventing evaporation, acts as an insulator that keeps soil warm in winter and cool in summer, keeps weeds in check, minimizes erosion and prevents soil from becoming hard and compacted. Natural material, such as ground corn cobs, is preferred by many gardeners for its ability to improve soil structure and aeration. Mulching with Corn Cobs Although corn cob mulch isn’t as common as bark chips, chopped leaves or pine needles, mulching with corn cobs provides many benefits and a couple of drawbacks. Read on for information about using corn cobs as mulch. Benefits of Using Corn Cobs as Mulch Ground corn cobs are highly resistant to compaction, so the mulch remains loose even if your garden gets plenty of foot traffic. Corn cob mulch is fire-resistant, unlike bark mulch
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