Maybe it was the intense heat. Maybe it was all the rain in the last week. Or maybe it is just the natural composting speed of this
mulch. Whatever the reason, the plants are in definite need of more. Too bad that there is no more free stuff and that some will have to be purchased tomorrow. Fortunately there is a reputable organic garden facility that specializes in dirt/mulching/compost within the area that has never steered me wrong before. Cannot afford to waste whats left of the rain water on evaporation!