5 Benefits of Mulch | Tip of the Week
It's getting warmer across Colorado, and our plants will need more water. But just because the drought is over on the Front Range -- for now -- doesn't mean we shouldn't still try to conserve water. The Western Slope, which provides much of our water supply, is still in drought. And our own next drought could be just around the corner. We should give the plants the water they need but not waste a drop.
One way to save water and dress up the landscape in the process is to top dress bed areas with mulch. There is nothing better to use than fresh, 100% organic wood mulch.
Here are five great reasons to use wood mulch:
One way to save water and dress up the landscape in the process is to top dress bed areas with mulch. There is nothing better to use than fresh, 100% organic wood mulch.
Here are five great reasons to use wood mulch:
- Seasonal mulching decreases evaporation rates from the soil by as much as 35%, so your water use is more efficient.
- Mulching suppresses weed growth. If there are fewer weeds in your yard, there are fewer plants competing with your landscape plants for nutrients and moisture. That's another water savings.
- A healthy layer of mulch insulates plants and helps protect their roots from the extreme temperature shifts we experience in Colorado.
- As mulch breaks down, it become nutritious organic matter, which promotes future healthy growth.
- It looks great. Mulch creates an even appearance across the landscape and provides year-round color, texture and interest.
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