Choose the Right MulchProvides tips in choosing for the right mulches. Types of mulches; Pros and cons in mulching; Factors to be considered before the mulching process.Bender, SteveSouthern Living
Made from recycled rubber,rubber mulch has pros and cons. It comes in many colors, provides cushion, and lasts for up to 10 years. It’s low maintenance, reduces erosion, won’t attract pests, and prevents weeds. However, rubber mulch is often made from recycled tires, so it’s flammabl...
these mulches are expensive, hard to move, and can get into the lawn. Weed seeds and soil can still find their way into the stones; an underlayer of landscape fabric will help prevent this.
Well, this year, I decided to look it up before continuing with the black. Why is there different color mulch, and does it do anything other than look different? Yes, it does. Different mulch colors do different things and have various pros and cons. Black: As you probably know, black ...
than 20 years of industry experience to his role as the director of the Home Improvement & Outdoor Lab at theGood Housekeeping Institute. A one-time roofer and a serial remodeler, Dan can often be found keeping house at his restored Brooklyn brownstone, where he lives with his wife and ...
Mulch comes in two basic types, organic and inorganic. It consists of pea gravel and assorted sizes of stones. Differences Stone mulch will not deteriorate over time. The stones might sink into the soil, but they will not break down. Organic mulch will break down over time and mix with th...
The Pros and Cons of MulchMulch is derived from the German word Molsch which means softly rotted Today, mulch is anything...O'Connor, Gregg
Types of Mulch The ideal mulch needs to trap air to provide insulation and warmth, similar to down in a winter coat. It needs to be dense enough to block weed growth but light enough to allow water to reach the soil. Both organic and inorganic mulches can be used effectively in the gar...