06/06/2026
Your soil needs protection from the sun, too.
A 2 to 3 inch layer of mulch helps shield the soil, slow evaporation, keep temperatures cooler, and protect against drying winds.
Without mulch, the sun can bake moisture right out of your garden beds.
Give your soil a little shade this summer.
Get the full garden heat guide at Delta Worms: https://deltaworms.com/2026/05/keep-garden-thriving-in-heat/