BCS & Mulch layer

[farm23]

I have used the mulch layer available from Earth Tools and it is a neat trick. The layer does require some set up time but I put down 20 rows 60' each. A row took only 5 minutes but turn around time and reset up added about another 5 minitues. Did not use the drip tape attachment but will next year.

 

[jperry507]

Just curious, did you buy the 2' or 3' wide mulch layer? What type of walk behind tractor do you have? Any pictures you can share?

I am strongly considering buying or building a mulch layer for next year's garden.

 

[farm23]

I have a 853 with the diesel and 3' mulch layer. The 3' gives about 24" of planting space and 6" buried on each side. I first tilled the beds and then made raised bed with the rotary plow. Later I laid some mulch without making a raised bed. The rows w/o raised beds are ok but I am worried about heavy rain and washing out the mulch area. I will try and get some pics first chance.

The 2' layer may work if you don't need much planting space or if you have a smaller tractor.