BENEFITS OF USING MULCH
Mulch is an extremely important addition to any garden. With the summers getting hotter and the ever increasing risk of drought due to climate change mulch can be many gardens’ savior. Trees and plants need nutrients and water to survive both of which are lost through the summer months. Applying a thin layer of mulch approximately 100mm thick will help trap any moisture into the ground and keep the soil cool. The mulch will also leach important nutrients into the soil that will benefit your plants and trees.
- Weed suppression
- Erosion
- Cools soil
- Improves soil structure and organic content
- Traps moisture
- Protects against pests and diseases
- Minimises soil compaction
- Suitable for stock pens
- Reduces the likelihood of tree damage from line trimmers and lawn mowers
WHENS THE BEST TIME TO MULCH YOUR GARDEN?
The best time to apply mulch to your garden is spring and early summer. Early mulching will help slow down the germination of seeds that cause weeds. Early mulching will also help trap the winter moisture into the soil helping keep the ground cool through the summer months. Mulch can be added all year around though and still have a positive impact on your garden.
