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Aug 12, 2026
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In the garden: Water-wise ways to protect your plantings
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In the garden: Water-wise ways to protect your plantings
Ottawa’s extreme heat and dry summers continue to challenge gardeners
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By Lee Ann Smith , Special to the Citizen
Published Aug 12, 2026
Last updated 3 hours ago
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Naturally a soil-like brown colour, composted pine mulch cools soil, retains moisture and slowly decomposes, adding nutrients to soil. PHOTO BY L.A. SMITH
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