Seven Reasons to Invest in Mulch

April 26, 2023

Seven Reasons to Invest in Mulch

Mulching has many benefits, but it must be applied correctly. We recommend maintaining a two- to four-inch layer of mulch in all areas where there are plants. Avoid building volcano-like structures at the base of plants and around trunks of trees. And remember, the mulch should complement your garden, not serve as the focal point. Stick to subtle colors to place emphasis on the flowers and greenery.

Mulch controls weeds by blocking their access to sunlight. It also aids in the retention of moisture by keeping the surrounding area cool. Serving as a buffer to wind and rain, mulch also prevents soil erosion and keeps the nutrients in the ground where you want them. Mulch regulates the temperature of the soil by keeping it cooler in the summer and protecting it from episodes of frost in the winter and the unpredictable Rockford spring. And believe or not, mulch also acts as a method of pest control by keeping your plants healthy so that they are further able to resist disease and unwanted critters. Finally, mulch neatens your landscape and makes it attractive.

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