Residential Mulch Applications

It doesn’t have the prettiest name, but mulch is a very useful tool in landscaping. It isn’t only usable in commercial applications. It can certainly be helpful when planning the grounds of a home. Mulch helps reduce the growth of weeds, increase the attractiveness of plant and floral displays, reduces water needs, and improves the overall health of the soil.

 

Mulch for Flower Beds

 

Flower beds are usually put in around a house to enhance the overall appearance of the property. Mulch is a great thing to use in these areas. It is especially nice in cities where water is rationed strictly during the growing season. With mulch on top of the soil the beds will retain water, which increases the beauty of the plants and lengthen the time blooms stay.

 

How Does Your Garden Grow?

 

With the cost of food prices rising, more people are turning to backyard gardens to supplement their groceries and save money. Gardens are relatively inexpensive to prepare and plant. However, when the weather is dry or water restrictions stunt growth, mulch will provide the same protection against soil drying in a food garden as it will in flower beds.

 

What is Mulch Made From?

 

Mulch is made from organic components such as rocks and composted materials or recycled rubber and sheets of plastic. When plant matter or fully composted foods are used as mulch, it is important that all seeds be removed or they have a chance overrun the growing area. Plastic must be replaced every year with environmental implications. Rubber sometimes leaves particles behind in the soil that may not be the best in vegetable gardens. Rock is often the best choice for both types of plants, and it comes in a variety of colors for flower bed enhancement.