Did you know mulching is perhaps the single most important thing you can do for the longevity and overall health of a landscape?

Lets Mulch Year ‘Round

In other parts of the country, mulching is second nature and installed seasonally – year in and year out. But here on the West Coast, we mainly use mulch for the aesthetic appeal, under-utilizing its plentiful and economical benefits.

If your not hooked on Mulch already…
Well here’s some important points that will change your mind!

Basics & Benefits of Mulching:

  • Only use wood based or green waste mulches, which support the soil food web. Rubber and rock mulches provide little benefits and perhaps create negative effects on plants and the landscape overall.
  • Keep mulch 3-4” thick at all times for maximum effectiveness.
  • Keeps roots moist and cooler longer. More even temperatures means the roots can grow year round and that means stronger plants!
  • Keeps those pesky weeds from popping up by blocking out the light that can germinate seeds. NO WEEDS = less maintenance!
  • As the organic material decomposes it feeds the soil naturally allowing plants to extract what they need and when they need it which means happy plants.
  • Improves soil structure and texture. When you get to this point its nirvana!!
  • Did you know colored mulches last longer due to UV protective coatings that increase longevity and lower costs? Independent tests have shown color retention for up to 2 years!
  • With any type of mulch, lightly top dress with a fresh layer each year to maintain a beautiful and happy landscape.
  • Succulents and wood mulching- yes/no? YES!!! Just be sure to not bury the plants. Mulch doesn’t know the difference between weeds and those plants we want to keep.