Agway has The Right Mulch for Every Yard
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Mulch adds the finishing touch to your homes landscaping but it's not just a pretty frame, mulch offers many other benefits as well...
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The Benefits of mulch include:
- Mulches decompose over time. This adds nutrients to the top layer of the soil, eventually creating a layer of rich, fertile humus.
- Mulch protects the soil from compaction due to heavy rains or harsh sun.
- It helps retain oxygen in the soil.
- A good layer of mulch helps to prevent erosion by absorbing rainfall and preventing water runoff.
- Soil stays damp longer after watering or rainfall because mulch helps prevent evaporation. This aids in water conservation during dry periods.
- Mulch shelters beneficial organisms such as earthworms and ground dwelling spiders that help to control harmful insect populations.
- Some mulches have scents which help to deter rodent and feline pests.
- A circle of mulch around trees and woody shrubs helps to protect plant roots near the soil surface from injury due to string trimmers and lawnmower blades.
- Mulches help to protect the soil from temperature extremes that can damage root systems and cause bulbs to be pulled out of the ground.
How to apply mulch...
Mulch should be laid in a layer no more than 2 or 3 inches deep or it will block air and moisture from reaching the soil causing the roots of plants to come to the soil's surface.
If the mulch layer is less than 2 inches thick, the moisture retaining benefits are reduced so put down a 2 to 3 inch layer and add to it yearly.
Summer Mulch
A summer mulch should be applied to the bare soil areas of your property after the soil has warmed in the spring to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Winter Mulch
A winter mulch should be put down in late fall or early winter after the soil has cooled but before it has frozen. This will keep the soil evenly cool and prevent heaving.
There are many colors and types of mulch. Your local Agway Dealer can help you choose the right mulch to help you get the most from your landscaping and yard.