If you’re looking for an easy, effective way to improve the health and appearance of your outdoor space, brown mulch is the way to go.
Brown mulch helps soil absorb and retain heat, so the ground remains warmer than the air around it. This is especially beneficial when growing plants and flowers in cooler climates.
Mulch aids in weed suppression in two ways. First, it blocks sunlight and floating seeds from reaching your soil. Second, weeds will find it challenging to grow through your mulch layer. For this to be most effective, you’ll want to thoroughly weed your flower beds before laying your ground covering.
If you live in an especially warm environment or regularly battle droughts, mulch can help your plants survive! A layer of brown mulch will keep moisture in your soil and slow (or stop) the evaporation process so your plants always have the water they need to thrive.