So you have decided to use mulch in your landscape. Good for you! you’ve made a great decision. Below are four simple steps to apply mulch. Soon your plants and flowers are going to be so happy about the way they feel, and you’re going to notice a huge difference.

4 Steps to Apply Mulch

• Remove the debris from the area. Clear the sticks, rocks, and twigs from where you are going to apply mulch.
• Weed that area. This is going to prevent the weeds from getting embedded within the mulch while they’re growing.
• Spread the Mulch. Apply a layer of 1-4 inches over the desired mulching area. You shouldn’t apply a layer of over 4”. When you have too much, it can damage the soil and plants.
• Water your area if you are using organic mulch. Give that area 1” worth of water so that the mulch’s set in place.

There you have it – how to apply mulch in 4 steps! Mulching your area is that easy. Want to have someone bring the mulch to you? We offer mulch delivery. Contact us here to get a quote. You can also connect with us on Facebook.

If you are looking for the right mulch, it can be hard to know what type of mulch to choose. So here are some tips for choosing mulch that you can use to help you with making a decision.

Things to Consider When Choosing Mulch

• In the Garden – Do you mind having compost that comes with residual odors in the vegetable garden? Do you like the smell of wood spread in the perennial garden or flower beds?
• Around Your Trees – What mulch color would you prefer to put around the base of the trees? What type of texture? Do you want Are you interested in adding some nutrients to the soil around the trees in your yard?
• Money & Time – Do you have the muscles and time for pushing around your wheelbarrow (possibly by making multiple trips) filled with mulch? Do you plan to reapply it often?

These are three things that you want to think about when it comes to choosing mulch. Of course, you can make it easy on yourself by contacting us and having us deliver the mulch to you. We can answer the questions that you have. We are glad to show you the options that you have and talk with you. You can also connect with us on Facebook.

One of the types of mulch that is inorganic is plastic sheeting or weed cloth mulch This is sometimes called weed cloth. This can be used directly on the surface of the soil by itself or below other kinds of material. It’s usually pinned down using landscaping staples. Even though these kinds of mulch don’t offer some of the same things that organic mulch offers, they do have some pros.

Plastic Sheeting or Weed Cloth Mulch Pros

• This type of mulch is very effective at reducing evaporation and suppressing weeds. This saves water and effort.  They’re actually much more successful at weed suppression when compared with other kinds of mulch.
• Using this kind of mulch will warm your soil as well as radiate the heat to your plants overnight. This is great for things like peppers, tomatoes, and eggplants.
• This helps with giving them a boost early in the spring or even surviving longer when the fall comes, even though this is provided by all kinds of mulch.

Plastic Sheeting or Weed Cloth Mulch Cons

• This doesn’t add the organic matter or nutrients to your soil like other kinds of mulch even though they’re still helping with soil erosion, water retention, insulation, and runoff.
• Some options aren’t really permeable. This means that they can lead to drainage or pooling issues. Look for products that are permeable and breathable to water.
• There are a lot of choices out there that are very thin and can easily tear to shreds. This means that it’s not good at doing its job and it creates a huge mess. So you want to look for options that are more durable.

These are the pros and cons of plastic sheeting or weed cloth mulch. We offer mulch delivery if you are interested and are tired of going to the store. Simply contact us here to find out more. You can also connect with us on Facebook.

When you are choosing mulch, you are going to have to choose organic vs inorganic mulch. We are going to look at the pros and cons of each.

Organic Vs Inorganic Mulch – Pros & Cons of Organic

Pros

• Increases the quality of the soil and the levels of nutrients
• Improves the texture and structure of the soil
• Invites earthworms and beneficial microorganisms
• Is less expensive
• Stabilizes areas that are eroded
• Won’t overheat the garden

Cons

• Has to be replaced routinely
• Might contain seeds from weeds, especially if you are using straw mulch and grass clippings
• Can deplete the nitrogen levels in the soil surface
• Wet wood mulch often attracts roaches and termites

Organic Vs Inorganic Mulch – Pros & Cons of Inorganic

Pros

• Long lasting and doesn’t decompose
• Does not include any weed seeds
• Doesn’t deplete the soil nitrogen levels
• Versatile and eye-catching
• Prevents problems with pests

Cons

• Mulches made of stone settle into the soil
• Rock mulch will absorb and reflect heat
• Plastic sheeting will prevent water and air from flowing
• Landscape fabric often will suffocate worms

These are the things to know about when you are considering organic vs inorganic mulch. If you are interested, we offer mulch delivery, contact us here to find out more and see what we can do for you. You can also find us on Facebook.