When additional phosphorus is needed, questions begin to form around when and how to apply. With many benefits to applying phosphorus fertilizer in the fall, the “when” part of the equation can be more easily determined. There are a number of advantages and benefits to applying fall phosphorus that will help increase its availability for crops planted in the spring.
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Mention mulch and the first thoughts that spring to mind are probably moisture retention and weed suppression. And yes, mulch serves both of those functions well. But the benefits of using mulch go beyond those to other areas of importance. If you thought it a simple matter of spreading whatever you like on the ground whenever you like around whatever you like, think again.
