Bonsai Guide Mulching Timeline for Desert Garden Beds

Gardening infographic titled "Mulching Guide". GROWING TIMELINE (seed  harvest) adapted for an arid / desert climate, presented as a step-by-step mulch application timeline from bare soil preparation to established planting beds. Botanical illustration / cottage-garden aesthetic, pinterest cozy style, fresh garden green palette, warm desert neutrals, botanically accurate plant forms. Show realistic edible garden plants and desert-friendly companion plantings around mulched beds, with any edible vs toxic plants clearly labeled where relevant. Include 5-8 labeled callouts in English: Soil Prep, Best Mulch Types, Mulch Depth 2-4 in, Keep Away From Stems, Water After Mulching, Spring Application, Summer Heat Protection, Reapply As Needed. Include clear visual icons for watering, light, heat, soil coverage, and seasonal timing. Layout should visually read as a gardening education infographic timeline with neat panels, arrows, texture samples of organic mulch, bark, straw, leaf mold, and gravel options suitable for desert gardens. No pesticide brand logos, no specific GMO recommendations, no watermarks. All text MUST be written in English (array). Every heading, label, caption, legend and metric name in the image must be in English  not English. Spell each English word correctly using English characters and diacritics. Numbers stay as digits, no watermarks Botanically accurate plant forms. No pesticide brand logos, no specific GMO recommendations. Edible / toxic plants must be correctly labeled where relevant.