starting out

#24682
charles
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 I guess you mean "when to apply a first mulch on the pasture".

If using polythene mulch, of those three months, early March is best, to allow time for pasture to die, and if you spread 1-2 inches manure/compost before covering, that makes a nice surface by late May for planting.

If using 4-6 inches manure/compost on pasture, weeds etc, you can spread it the day before planting if needs must, though I prefer a week or so for the organic matter to settle.

Many options and not just a question of timing. 

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