Straw Mulch

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Is straw a good mulch for my new lawn?

Straw Mulch

Straw mulch is commonly used to repair lawns. However, you should know that straw mulch does contain contaminants like weed seeds. Straw mulch can also deplete nitrogen from the lawn. You may have to follow up with a weed and feed at a later date.

   

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