Hay vs. Straw for Garden Mulch with Niles – Gurney's Seed & Nursery Co.

Hay vs. Straw for Garden Mulch with Niles

You might have heard “never get hay because you’ll always get weeds.” NilesKinerk, owner of Gurney’s, will tell you why, after a lifetime of experience, he prefers to use hay instead of straw to mulch his garden.

Advice from Niles

Hay has nutrients that will break down into your soil. A thick layer will block weeds from sprouting, fertilize and add nutrients to your soil. Plus, you can prevent walkways from getting muddy and prevent soil from splashing up onto your plants.
Mulch along rows of vegetables after the seeds have sprouted.

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