Workshop 6: Jeff Schalau: Compost vs. Mulch: What’s the Difference?
Learn the difference between compost and mulch, how composts and mulches can be used, and which materials are friendlier to native plants and wildlife. Raw materials and the composting process will be briefly described. The functions of mulch will be presented. In this light, various mulch materials will be compared and contrasted in addition to maintaining a weed-free landscape.
Biography: Jeff Schalau has been Agent, Agriculture and Natural Resources and County Extension Director for the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension in Yavapai County since 1998. He has a B.S. is in Forest Management and an M.S. in Natural Resources from Humboldt State University, Arcata, California. He delivers research-based educational programs in forest health, watershed management, noxious/invasive plants, range management, and horticulture to the citizens of Yavapai County.
Jeff is also a Herkenheim award winner.