Mulching 101: Why, When, What

With Rogue Stone Company being known for the best mulch delivery Houston landscapers turn to, we are always on top of the planting seasons. Although the wildly changing spring weather of Texas may not give a clear indicator of what season actually is upon us, spring is most definitely in its twilight, and we are inching closer to summer. In Texas that basically means heat and that heat wreaks havoc on gardens and flower beds. There is no time like the present to prepare you garden and flower beds for the extreme temperatures they are about to endure. Dry, Texas summers suck the moisture right out of any soil, and then that happens rich nutrients are lost as well.

With our mulch delivery Houston landscape pros swear by, you can mitigate moisture loss and extend the life of your soil, and allow it to perform to its potential. If you have never used mulch before and are wondering why it works, how to get it and where to start, you have come to the right place. We have a few simple tips that will get you started, and some great tips on using gravel and mulch to create independent accents.

WHY MULCH?

So what’s the benefit of using mulch? Mulch is comprised of many recycled materials most often, compost, wood bark, shredded leaves and even newspaper. It is used as a dense covering that protects your soil from erosion, retains moisture, and adds a decorative touch to landscaping. Not only does mulch help retain the moisture it eliminates the need to constantly water due to it protecting against evaporation. Mulch also fights weed growth which will keep your soil healthy. Organic mulch is always the best choice as it will foster better growth due to its organic qualities.

INCORPORATING MULCH

Spreading mulch onto your landscape is very simple, but there are steps you want to take ti ensure you get the most from your mulch. It only takes about a maximum of two inches over coverage to perform when using fine ground mulch. Naturally the thicker the mulch grind, the more you need. Mulch should be applied as spring winds down so it can really start to work as plants peak in growth.

ORGANIC VS. INORGANIC

As we mentioned, organic mulch is the best for getting maximum growth results, but the disadvantage is that because it’s very light, it can blow away easier and has to be re-applied from time to time. Inorganic mulch adds things like gravel and various rocks to weigh it down, so it lasts for a long time. We recommend in landscaping features that are for looks only and not for plants or flowers, go with the less expensive inorganic mulch as it will stay put longer. Gravel and mulch used in conjunction to create a nice walkway is a hot design trend and can add luxury to your backyard.

THE MULCH DELIVERY HOUSTON DEPENDS ON

Are you ready to get mulching and get that awesome look in your backyard you’ve been wanting? Wait no more, from the comfort of your couch just contact Rogue Stone Company; the mulch delivery Houstonians can depend on.