GET THE MOST FROM YOUR MULCH
Mulch is available in a variety of forms. With spring, homeowners start
to think about the outdoors and business owners turn to outdoor landscaping
needs. Mulching is one of the best ways to clean up the yard. What type you
buy, though, depends on a few things.
ORGANIC MULCHES
There are two main types of mulch, organic and non-organic. both have benefits. Organic products are those found in your own yard naturally, such as clippings from the lawn mowing or pine needles. You can purchase mulches that have nothing but wood chippings, which would also be considered organic. Leaves are another example of an organic product. Attractive wood mulches provide great way to protect the base of flowers and gardens. Bark, for example, is ideal because it lasts much longer. Smaller organic wood chips are ideal because they allow for ease in spreading them around. Wood chippings tend to be the most common form of purchased mulches.
There are two main types of mulch, organic and non-organic. both have benefits. Organic products are those found in your own yard naturally, such as clippings from the lawn mowing or pine needles. You can purchase mulches that have nothing but wood chippings, which would also be considered organic. Leaves are another example of an organic product. Attractive wood mulches provide great way to protect the base of flowers and gardens. Bark, for example, is ideal because it lasts much longer. Smaller organic wood chips are ideal because they allow for ease in spreading them around. Wood chippings tend to be the most common form of purchased mulches.
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Select organic mulches by look and function.
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The larger the mulch material, the longer it will
last.
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Keep in mind that mulches can and do add nutrients
to the soil. Grass clippings, for example, will work into the dirt over time,
adding nutrients for plants and trees.
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For decorative options, do consider mulches in a
variety of colors. Know what type of substances are sprayed onto these, though,
to ensure you know what you are putting down.
Keep in mind that organic mulches may have applications of pesticides on them. Ask your distributor if this is the case.
INORGANIC MULCHES
Inorganic mulches are not necessarily plastics or non-natural material. For example, items like stone work well as an inorganic mulch. This type of product is beneficial because it allows water to drain easily away from the plants and reduces flooding in some areas. Decorative stone comes in a range of colors and styles. some are much smaller than others are. Pebbles are a popular type of inorganic mulch for areas where you hope to limit growth.
Inorganic mulches are not necessarily plastics or non-natural material. For example, items like stone work well as an inorganic mulch. This type of product is beneficial because it allows water to drain easily away from the plants and reduces flooding in some areas. Decorative stone comes in a range of colors and styles. some are much smaller than others are. Pebbles are a popular type of inorganic mulch for areas where you hope to limit growth.
You can even use black fabric clothes and plastics in areas where you want to block out weed or grass growth. In some cases, after laying this type of fabric, you can then top it with organic mulches, including wood chips for a clean, easy-to-maintain look. Yet another application option is the use of rubber mulch. This type of product eliminates the need for annual mulching and comes in various natural-looking colors, including redwood. It is often used in playgrounds.
Which is the right mulch for you? That depends on what your goals are in terms of beauty and providing for the soil in the area.
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