What materials are suitable for mulching strawberries?

Question:

What materials are suitable for mulching strawberries?

Answer:

Clean, weed-free straw and chopped cornstalks are excellent mulches.  Leaves, however, should not be used as they tend to mat down and don’t provide adequate protection.  Apply approximately 3 to 5 inches of material.  After settling, the mulch layer should be 2 to 4 inches thick.  

Last updated on
February 19, 2022