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Weed-Free Flower Seed Beds: Mulch, Not Herbicide

Herbicide residues harm germinating seeds. Use 2-inch organic mulch (peat, shredded leaves) after sowing. Ratchet weeder for maintenance. Preen only for transplants, not seeds.

Soil Amendment

Compost improves clay better than sand. Hardwood mulch okay for established plants; compost/leaves better for seed beds.

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