: a protective covering (as of sawdust, compost, or paper) spread or left on the ground to reduce evaporation, maintain even soil temperature, prevent erosion, control weeds, enrich the soil, or keep fruit (such as strawberries) clean
mulch
transitive verb
Examples of mulch in a Sentence
She spread some mulch around the plants.
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Handley recommends adding a small amount to your compost pile sporadically, then adding this to your soil or as a mulch at the base of your plants.
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Rae Ford,
Martha Stewart,
4 July 2026
Refresh potting soil annually, add mulch to retain moisture, and consider drought-tolerant plants.
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Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 July 2026
Fallen branches, dead plant material, faded mulch, and leaves gathering in corners can make an otherwise beautiful garden feel forgotten.
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Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
2 July 2026
Your best bet is to grow clematis on a tall structure, adding thick mulch at the base.
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Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
29 June 2026
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Rae Ford,
Martha Stewart,
4 July 2026
Refresh potting soil annually, add mulch to retain moisture, and consider drought-tolerant plants.
—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 July 2026
Fallen branches, dead plant material, faded mulch, and leaves gathering in corners can make an otherwise beautiful garden feel forgotten.
—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
2 July 2026
Your best bet is to grow clematis on a tall structure, adding thick mulch at the base.
—
Barbara Gillette,
The Spruce,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for mulch
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“Mulch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mulch. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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