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Garden Mulch – The Secret of Successful Planting
Posted: 18 Oct 2012 All Entries |
Garden Mulch – The Secret of Successful PlantingFor millions of people around the globe, gardening is considered to be a tremendous source of relaxation and satisfaction. For both professionals and amateurs, the thrill of having a look at the well planted flower bed bloom or a tree enjoying its first blossom is considered to be one of the most rewarding experiences for all garden lovers. So, gardeners can opt for mulch that will help them to save their time by using this measure. This is applicable for every gardener who are into vegetable gardening to flower bed gardening. Now on hearing the term "Mulch" there are many who might have a question on their mind like "What is mulch". What is Mulch Mulch is a layer of material which is applied to the soil for better growth and to provide proper nourishment to the plant. It is also termed as garden mulch or landscape mulch for gardeners. Reasons behind Mulching: There are many reasons behind mulching so, let's have a look at some of the important reasons on why mulching is required: • Water Conservation • Stops the drying out of the soil • Prevents weeds as well as weed seed germination • Keeps soil temperature constant • Enhances visual appeal of the place • Improves fertility of the soil Types of Mulch Mulches are basically of two types. They are: • Organic mulch • Inorganic mulch What is organic Mulch? Organic mulch comprises of living materials for example straw, chopped leaves, grass clippings, compost, shredded bark, sawdust, pine needles and wood chips. What do inorganic mulches comprise of? Inorganic mulches usually comprises of black plastic, stones, gravel and geotextiles. When to go for Mulching • During autumn spread mulch around the newly planted trees, herbaceous perennials and shrubs. • In winter months, tender plants like dahlias or Verbena bonariensis will immensely benefit from a thick layer of mulch. • Go for mulching through the entire borders or beds in early spring or late winters. • The above mulching will help to trap the moisture within the flower beds thus; the soil won't get dry in the heat of summer. Mulching helps the plants by protecting them from the extremes of temperature and weather. Mulch helps to nourish both the plants and the soil by providing them adequate nourishment, nutrition along with moisture. Therefore, it is required to use high level of garden mulch whether you are applying it on flower beds or public parks. Therefore, to meet your landscaping requirements you can opt for landscape mulch. Without the help of this you cannot enhance the quality of soil and help in the growth of a plant. This kind of landscape mulch is offered in various forms and you need to opt for the kind that can meet your requirements. So, opt for professional mulching services for the proper growth of plant and improve soil quality. Last edited: Thu Oct 25, 2012 5:30 am This blog entry has been viewed 155 times
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