$60 per yard + HST
Fall Mulch Special
1) Helps retain soil moisture
2) Protects plant roots from the cold
3) Gives your garden a clean, polished look
FALL SPECIAL ENDS ON OCTOBER 31ST, 2024
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BENEFITS OF USING MULCH
2" to 3" of Mulch Nourishes Soil
As ORGANIC mulch decomposes, it nourishes your soil and feeds your plants. This happens over time.
Suppresses Weeds
Mulch cuts weed seeds off from sunlight.
This prevents them from growing enough to break through the surface.
Conserves Water
Mulch helps soil retain moisture. This lowers the amount of watering needed in your plant bed.
Regulates Temperature
Mulch insulates your plants' root systems against the sun and extreme temperature variations.
Should You Mulch in the Fall?
It may seem that adding mulch to your garden beds or landscape during fall is counterproductive.
However, laying mulch in the fall can be beneficial in protecting vulnerable plants from the harshest frost and winter temperatures.
Mulching in the fall can Should you mulch in the fall?
There are a few benefits that can come from this practice! be a wise choice when done correctly.
The landscape care professionals at Bayridge Landscaping can help you determine whether mulch may help your plants and trees stay protected during the coldest months.
The Advantages of Mulching in the Fall
How does mulch benefit plants in the fall?
Mulch insulates the soil to help plants more easily survive the winter
Plant roots and bulbs react less harhly to temperature swings that occur in fall and winter
Laying mulch during the cooler fall months is a lot easier on you than it is in the summer
Tips to Lay Mulch in the Fall
How can you successfully lay mulch in the fall?
There are a few essential factors to consider:
Mulch Type: Choose a quality mulch that looks great and lasts through the winter. Whatever mulch you choose, a depth of 2 inches will be sufficient.
Prepare Garden Beds: Remove all plant debris and pull any weeds that are still around.
Start Before Frost: Be sure to lay mulch in the fall before the first frost kicks off colder temperatures.
Tree Mulch: Don't suffocate your tree with mulch. Taper the mulch depth from 2 inches to zero at the tree trunk instead of piling it up against the tree trunk.
Mulch piled against the trunk keeps the moisture from the mulch against the tree and can soften the bark and weaken it to pests