Winter Mulch 101

In the summer, mulch helps reduce weeds growing in your garden, but in the winter, mulch acts as insulation for the soil and plant roots (which are more sensitive to cold than stems).

Newly planted trees and shrubs may require a layer of mulch to help survive winter.

As freezing weather approaches, plan to mulch any susceptible plants after the soil cools off but before it’s frozen. Below is some more information from the Virginia Cooperative Extension.

News & Resources

Community Cleanup Success | August 2026

A dedicated group of 12 volunteers came together to help beautify our neighborhood, removing an impressive 12 bags of litter from the Mayflower path all the way to Delaware Avenue, including litter along the water.

The 2nd Annual CPRV School Supply Drive

Thank you to our CPRV neighbors for supporting our Back-to-School Supply Drive for James Monroe Elementary School. The drive was a joint effort of the CPRV Social and Community Improvement Committees.

The Mayflower Path Restoration Continues…

Exciting progress is underway along the Mayflower path as CPRV continues its efforts to restore and enhance this important natural area.

July Meeting Recap: Around the Neighborhood, Progress, Projects & What’s Ahead

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our August Colonial Place & Riverview Civic League meeting! We covered a full slate of neighborhood updates, upcoming events, and community improvement projects.