On the surface, mulching is about soil moisture and weed suppression. But zoom out, and there’s a quiet lesson here: good things grow when we create the right conditions—and then step back.
In daily life, we often overwork things: we micromanage, we stress, we water too much or too little. Mulching reminds us that a little preparation and trust go a long way. You set the stage, you protect the roots, and then you let nature do its thing.
So go ahead—lay down that straw or shredded bark. Pour yourself a drink. And watch your tomatoes, and your peace of mind, grow a little easier.
