If you’ve been wondering what to do with your ground up tree stump, consider mulching it. There is no reason to throw away prime, organic material that can be used to beautify your yard. The professionals at Schryver’s Tree and Landscape, located in Seymour, CT, provide lawn maintenance and tree removal services to residents throughout New Haven County. Here, the landscaping company explains how you can use your ground stump.

How to Utilize Ground-Up Stumps

When you have a tree removed from your yard, the stump is left behind. If you want to remove the eyesore, your local landscaping company can use a grinder to chip away the stump. The machine will be able to break up the stump into compact chips that can be used in landscape design applications, such as mulching and compost. However, before you can use the grindings, you should make sure that the tree stump is free of disease or infestation.

If the tree is healthy, you can remove the stump grindings and spread the wood chips throughout your garden. The shavings can be added to flower beds, around soil, trees, and bushes as mulch. If you have a considerable amount of grindings, you can create a wood chip path over your existing walkway.

How to Apply Mulch

To create a high-quality mulch, rake the chippings together and use a shovel to fill the wheelbarrow with grindings. If your soil is unhealthy, you can administer compost on top before spreading the wood chips around your plants. If the plants look dreary after a couple of days, apply a high-nitrogen fertilizer. 

Using ground tree stumps for mulch applications is an eco-friendly way to support your garden. Schryver’s Tree & Landscape has provided tree cutting and stump removal services for over 15 years. They provide comprehensive, 24-hour service for your convenience. To schedule an appointment or request a quote, call (203) 726-3822 or visit them online to learn more about the landscaping company.