We’ve all heard the benefits of applying organic bark mulch to your yard and garden, from insulating and protecting roots from Central Florida’s heat, to keeping the soil moist so you don’t need to water as often, reduces the growth of weed, and though mulch last a long time, when it does break down, it makes the soil healthier by feeding microorganisms.
With so many types of mulch on the market today, it may be difficult to know which one is best for your property.
It is important to cnsider where the mulch comes from, many bag mulches from hardware or home improvement stores often contain shredded construction debris, metals, and even toxic chemicals that can leach out into the drinking water.
Ensure you purchase your gardening material from a reputable landscaping supply company. Not only will you be able to save money by buying in bulk, it will be clean and safe.
Keep in mind the purpose of the mulch
Fine Pine Bark less than 1-1/8 inches and Mini Pine Bark 1 to 3 inches, works for most landscapes and gardens. Around trees Large Pine Bark 2 to 4 inches will last longer.
Bag or bulk mulch?
Bags usually contains 2 cubic feet, while bulk is usually measured in cubic yards, 1 cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet. Bag mulch tends to be much more expensive, bulk mulch ordered over the phone and delivered to your home tends to cost less than lugging all those bags around.
Discover the Convenience and Savings with Mulch Delivery
At Reliable Peat our products are delivered by professionals, we take the time to understand the owner specifications, instead of just dumping anywhere and rushing through the job. We respect our customers and enjoy working with them to improve their landscape.
Ordering any type of mulch, either organic pine bark, rock, or stones, in bulk can be intimidating. If you think about how much money you will be saving for a better quality product, without the hassle of dragging heavy bags from the store to the car, and then to your yard, makes an affordable and easy way to add tons of curb appeal to your home.
