Spring 2025
I started by testing a small area. I removed the grass and added wood chips to create a path and a planting area. I planted wild flowers and milkweed.
I started by testing a small area. I removed the grass and added wood chips to create a path and a planting area. I planted wild flowers and milkweed.
The grass is decomposing under the woodchips. Mycelium is developing in the woodchips and soil. I began planting native plants.
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Next, I discovered a website called Chip Drop. They delivered free wood chips. Then, I put a layer of cardboard and about 9-12 inches of woodchips over the cardboard on half the grass. I will do the other half later.