Spruce Chips for Garden Paths: Ant Myth Busted

Free spruce chips from lumber mill. Wanted for vegetable garden paths. Heard they attract ants. Asked if trouble.

The expert said ants aren't attracted to spruce chips. Excellent choice for paths and also as tree mulch. Go for it; thank the mill.

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