Mulch is a versatile lawn and garden material capable of suppressing weeds and keeping moisture and nutrients locked into your soil. There are a variety of options out there, so how do you choose one for your summer lawn? The team members at Affordable Landscape Supplies are mulch and landscaping materials experts who have been providing high-quality services to the Burlington, KY, area since 1981. Here, they offer their guide on selecting the right mulch for your summer lawn.

The heat of the summer can damage and dry out your landscaping, which is why you want a mulch that protects the soil but also isn’t so thick water can’t penetrate it to keep it moist. A bark mulch is a good choice for garden beds and around trees and shrubs to keep the areas protected from high heat and help stop weeds from growing. Compost mulch can be used anywhere you want to improve the nutrients of the soil as well as insulate the area from losing moisture due to heat.

Additionally, you can put your grass clippings to good use after mowing the lawn by using them as mulch in your garden. Simply dry the clippings out and layer them around your plants. This is an easy, economical option you should have plenty of in the summer months. And at the end of the season, it is easy to turn the grass clippings into the soil.

Choosing the right mulch for your landscaping will help keep your lawn and garden beautiful and healthy. Contact Affordable Landscape Supplies to learn more about their mulch options. Call (859) 586-9142 or visit them online for more information.