October is here and the signs of fall are unmistakable. Tomato plants slow down, sunflowers start to bow, and crisp mornings hint that summer has finally stepped aside. The garden, once buzzing with growth, begins to quiet, signaling fall has arrived.

For many gardeners, this is the time to start winding things down by cutting back plants, clearing beds, and prepping the landscape for winter. One of the simplest and most effective ways to do that is with something surprisingly low-tech: mulch.

“Think of mulch like a warm blanket,” says NID Water Efficiency Technician Kaycee Margherita. “It protects your plants, improves your soil, and helps retain moisture during the colder, drier months.”

Even better? This fall, all NID customers can receive up to $50 back through the District’s mulch

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