Soft Landings: Getting Started with Mulch Alternatives

Host Lisa Schneider standing in front of a blue and green background.

Tired of mulch? Learn to use these wildlife-friendly alternatives in your landscaping, including a trick to put your old cardboard boxes to good use.

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