4 Reasons Why You Should Add Mulch to Your Landscape Beds

As the weather warms up, it is the best time to prepare your landscape bed. Mulching is often the go-to method for weed control. However, not everyone knows that, when done right, its benefits extend beyond weed control. Here are 4 good reasons for mulching your landscape beds.

1. To Conserve Soil Moisture

Layers of mulch reduce the amount of water evaporating from the soil back into the atmosphere. In hot weather, they ensure that plants get enough water.

Mulch also reduces soil temperature, which is necessary for healthy growth. Too much heat can cause soil to become sterile by killing helpful organisms. In the winter, it keeps the soil warm at optimal temperatures that are necessary for plant’s survival.

1. To Add Organic Matter

Mulch that is made of organic material will break down and enrich the soil. It will enhance the soil’s ability of retaining essential nutrients. Magnesium, potassium, calcium and iron are some of the minerals that are added by mulch and retained by the plant. Compost also improves the soil by changing its texture. A layer of compost creates a good environment for worms and other living organism to aerate the soil.

1. To Prevent Trauma Caused by Mowers

It protects tree trunks from lawn mower blight and trimmer trauma by creating a protective layer. However, it is important to leave some room between the mulch and the tree trunk to avoid rot due to moisture

1. Weed Suppression

Compost denies weed seeds the sunlight they need to germinate. This is often effective in controlling weeds and preventing stunted growth in plants.

While these four are the most important benefits of mulching, there are other reasons why it is a good practice. If you choose the right material, it can enhance your lawn’s appearance. It can also protect ornamental fruits from getting damaged while sitting on the ground for too long.  

To enjoy the benefits, you must choose the right material. Organic mulch can be made from one or a combination of the following materials:

• Shredded wood
• Shredded leaves
• Pine straw
• Hay
• Compost
• Bark chips
• Straw

Wrap Up

From improved appearance to healthy soil for plant growth, the benefits of mulch are endless. It is no surprise that this technique is regarded as one of landscaping’s secret weapons. If you would like to hire a professional service for your maintenance, repair, irrigation and landscape mulch needs, you should talk to us. Call us or contact us online today to get an instant quote.