Mulching is one of the best things you can do for your plants. Essentially, you are placing placing a protective barrier between your plants and the bare soil.
Mulch Benefits
- Controls Weeds
- Retains Moisture
- Prevents Soil Erosion
- Maintains Soil Nutrients
Types of Mulch
Normally, people think of mulch as the shredded wood product, but you can also use a stone aggregate such as river rock. The shredded bark variety comes in multiple colors, as does the stone aggregate.