Modular mulching system for large-scale application in agriculture as well as in gardening and landscaping

Abstract

Mulch material for the extensive covering of soil areas in gardening and landscaping as well as in agriculture, characterized in that it is present as a dry, free-flowing component (1) which can be converted into a spreadable and / or pourable mulch mass (5) by adding water (3) in a mixing container (2), which hardens or dries out after application to a soil (6) to form a coherent, crust-like mulch layer (8).

Description

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[0001] Modular mulching system for large-scale application in agriculture, gardening and landscaping. DescriptionTechnical area

[0002] The invention relates to a mulching material and a mulching system for covering large areas of soil in agriculture, gardening and landscaping. State of the art

[0003] Common mulch options include plastic or paper films laid out as strips on the ground. Other common options include paper rolls or rigid cover boards, as well as loose mulch materials such as bark mulch, straw, or other plant residues that are applied loosely to the soil. These solutions are often cumbersome to use, generate waste, require frequent cutting, and don't provide a permanently closed, flexible cover. Object of the invention

[0004] The goal is to provide a mulch material that is easy to handle, adapts to different soil conditions, and forms a uniform, closed cover after application. The material is intended to offer advantages over existing solutions by being durable, flexible, and environmentally friendly. Solution

[0005] The material initially exists as a dry, free-flowing component (1) and can be converted into a spreadable and / or pourable mulch compound (5) by adding water (3) in a mixing container (2). This compound (5) is applied to the soil (6), where it hardens into a coherent, crust-like mulch layer (8) that covers the soil and leaves plants (4) exposed or encloses them. Special features and advantages

[0006] The mulch material according to the invention is characterized by the following features: • Repairability: damaged areas can be repainted or re-cast locally. • Adaptability to different soil types: the mixture can be adapted to acidic or neutral soils. • Protective functions: the dried layer protects the soil from solar radiation, reduces evaporation, prevents weed growth and preserves soil moisture. • Sustainability: the material is flexible, reusable or can be incorporated into the soil when it is no longer needed. • Handling: no cutting required, can be processed completely, adaptable to uneven floor surfaces. • Soil compatibility: breathable and water-permeable, so that the air and water balance of the soil is maintained. • Weather resistance: the material remains weatherproof and stable after drying. Short description of the drawings • Fig. 1 shows the mixing of the dry component (1) with water (3) in the mixing container (2) to form the mulch mass (5). • Fig. 2 shows the application of the mulch mass (5) to the soil (6) around a plant (4). • Fig. 3 shows the final state with dried mulch layer (8) on the ground (6) around the plant (4). Example

[0007] The material (1) is mixed with water (3) in the mixing container (2) to form a workable mulch compound (5). This compound is applied to the soil (6) in an even layer, leaving planting areas (4) unprotected or enclosing them with a border. After drying, a coherent mulch layer (8) forms, which adapts flexibly to the surface and fulfills the aforementioned protective functions. List of reference symbols: 1 dry mulch (powder / granulate) 2 mixing containers 3 Water 4 plants 5 Moist mulch 6 Floor 7 roots 8 Dry (shrunken) mulch layer

Claims

[1] Mulch material for covering large areas of soil in gardening and landscaping as well as in agriculture, characterized by that it is present as a dry, free-flowing component (1) which can be converted into a spreadable and / or pourable mulch mass (5) by adding water (3) in a mixing container (2), which hardens or dries out to form a coherent, crust-like mulch layer (8) after being applied to a soil (6). [2] Mulching material according to claim 1, characterized by that the dry component (1) comprises vegetable fibers, in particular paper fibers, and / or organic particles. [3] Mulch material according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the mulch layer (8) is breathable and permeable to water. [4] Mulch material according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that damaged areas can be repaired by re-applying the mulch mass (5). [5] Mulch material according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that it can be adapted to different soil types. [6] Mulch material according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the mulch layer (8) remains weather-resistant and flexible. [7] Mulch material according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that it is decomposable and can be incorporated into the soil after use. [8] Mulch material according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the mulch layer (8) is reusable. [9] Mulch material according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that it is made exclusively from plant-based, vegan materials. [10] Mulch material according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that it is completely biodegradable. [11] Mulching system comprising a mulching material according to any one of claims 1-10, a mixing container (2) for mixing with water (3) and instructions for application.

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