Implement Direct Mulch-to-Soil Contact with Pre-Emergent

What happens here

To effectively control weeds, allow the mulch to make direct contact with the underlying soil. This ensures that the decomposing mulch enriches the existing soil without creating an artificial layer where weeds can flourish independently. Additionally, apply a pre-emergent herbicide directly onto the mulch layer. This will create a chemical barrier that suppresses the germination of new weed seeds, providing long-term weed control.

Goal: Suppress new weed growth effectively.