
Mulch decomposes much slower. Its purpose is really to replicate the natural forest floor.
Lay a flat layer of 2-3 inches. Be sure it's not touching any part of the tree or exposed roots. Avoid volcano mulching!
What Organic Matter Should We Add to Soil?
There are lots of ways to rebuild your soil to get it back to its natural forest-like type of state.
*Mulch at the surface to gradually increase organic matter
*Directly incorporate materials like compost and biochar into the soil to recreate the A-Horizon (topsoil)
*Inject a liquid form of the organic matter into the soil to help with the soil aggregates
Watch Chris-Field's full interview on soil health here: