Whether your yard is comprised of shrubs and trees or you have lush flowers, mulch offers an array of benefits. Mulch comes in a few varieties, but each one can improve the look and health of your landscape. Here are the top five reasons to include mulch in your gardening design today.

What Can Mulch Do for You?

1. Soil Strength

Mulch protects your soil and helps it retain necessary moisture. As organic mulch breaks down, its components filter into the ground and boost overall soil health. When you apply mulch around trees, flowers, and shrubs, the ground is also less likely to erode since mulch will keep it protected and in place.

2. Weed Control

Weeds thrive in warm soil with plenty of light. When you add mulch, you are creating a barrier that will keep weed seeds from thriving. A couple of inches of quality mulch will block sunlight from reaching these pesky invaders, reducing their strength to break through and take over your yard.

3. Cool Roots

When the sun is beating down, plants are in danger of drying out and even overheating. Mulch helps regulate temperatures and will keep flowers and plants cool all the way down to their roots.

4. Landscape Aesthetic

Mulch creates a neat, tidy look throughout your landscape. Since it comes in a variety of organic and inorganic materials like bark, wood chips, rocks, and stones, using mulch adds texture and a dynamic quality to any gardening design.

5. Pest Control

Certain types of mulch repel insects and protect your greenery from pest infestations. This includes cypress, cedar, and pinewood chips, which are strong against ticks, gnats, termites, ants, some moth varieties, roaches, and fleas.

For assistance with mulch for your garden, trust The Gardener. Located in Columbia, MO, since 1990, these landscaping contractors offer personalized service to transform your backyard into a gorgeous outdoor living space. Their offerings also include patios, decks, and retaining walls as well as fences and water features. Call (573) 446-0802 for an appointment; or, visit them online to view their gallery.