Virginia State University / College of Agriculture / Virginia Polytechnic Institute / State University / /
IndustryTerm
plastics / irrigation systems / Wood chips / /
Organization
Division of Soil and Water Conservation / Department of Horticulture / Virginia State University / State University / U.S. Department of Agriculture / Virginia Cooperative Extension Office / Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation / Virginia Tech / Polytechnic Institute / College of Agriculture and Life Sciences / /
Person
Mark A. McCann / Alma C. Hobbs / Va / /
Position
Treasurer / Gardener / Extension Master Gardener / Director / Virginia Cooperative Extension / reputable dealer / Administrator / /
Inorganic mulches Inorganic mulches, often of stone or plastics, tend to stay in place, do not rob the soil of nitrogen, and do not harbor weed seeds. However, they have numerous disadvantages when used in the garden. S