MULCH 101: Types, Benefits, and How to Get the Most Out of It

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of MULCH - a crucial component for any garden or landscape. Mulch is not just a decorative element, but it also serves several important purposes, such as retaining moisture, suppressing weeds, and regulating soil temperature. We discuss the different types of mulch available, including organic and inorganic options, and their respective benefits and drawbacks. Yard Coach shares insights on how to choose the right mulch for your specific needs and how to apply it effectively. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable information to help you make the most of your mulch. Tune in now to learn more!

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00:00 Intro
00:48 What is Mulch?
01:58 Why should I Mulch?
04:19 Obtaining Mulch
06:13 Mulch Preference
07:34 Organic Mulch
09:04 Inorganic Mulch
12:14 PRO TIP
12:52 Pest & Diseases in Mulch
13:52 Hillside Application
14:32 Using Gravel as Mulch
15:20 Your Landscape Insurance
15:59 Bonus Tip
16:33 Best Use Depth of Mulch
16:58 Mulching & Ground Covers
17:23 AVOID THIS
18:25 More Info

[aianinfusion]

We live in the southwest. The previous home owners put down dark rock. I pulled it up around the plants and trees to put down multch for 1) moisture and 2) weeds. I wish I saw this 1st because we ran to the hardware store like 4 times. That formula will be helpful for the next project. It gets in the triple digits here and some of the plants were not doing well with rock. The cacti were fine but flowers were suffering. Cedar multch has them doing well now.

[kcook]

Thanks for the information. I do have the rocks, but I found that because of my tree leaves the rocks need to be big enough to not blow when using a blower.

[aaa-tbjr]

if you need mulch use a mulch calculator. measure your area and never buy to much. seen one guy buy a truck load with out measuring and he bought probably 10x what he actually needed. to get rid of mulch is pretty expensive even though they burn it.

[Anna-wwpv]

I keep it simple. I use wood chips from my trees and I use leaves I collected in the fall. It nourishes the plant and keeps the soil moist. If it looks yuck I’ll buy mulch. However, the goal is little to no exposed areas. I want trees, shrubs and ground covers. Oh… yes front of house is rock….. I hate rock.

[dfreshhh]

Doesn't stone burn more sensitive plants due to heat absorption and transfer?

All of the grass right next to my stone patio dies every summer.

[gnickolas]

Weed fabric or no weed fabric in planter bed.. going crazy trying to answer this question. Some use some dont some say its bad soem say its good.