{"id":7,"date":"2014-08-31T17:31:38","date_gmt":"2014-08-31T17:31:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.davisconcreteinc.com\/blog\/?p=7"},"modified":"2019-08-01T13:56:38","modified_gmt":"2019-08-01T13:56:38","slug":"florida-friendly-landscaping-use-mulch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.davisconcreteinc.com\/blog\/florida-friendly-landscaping-use-mulch\/","title":{"rendered":"Florida Friendly Landscaping &#8211; Use Mulch"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.davisconcreteinc.com\/landscaping-and-bulk\/mulch-straw-and-bark\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10\" src=\"https:\/\/www.davisconcreteinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/shutterstock_104220485.jpg\" alt=\"Florida Mulch\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.davisconcreteinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/shutterstock_104220485.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.davisconcreteinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/shutterstock_104220485-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.davisconcreteinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/shutterstock_104220485-624x416.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a>\u00a0 Mulch is a good gardener\u2019s not so secret weapon. And if you want a healthy, beautiful garden that requires less of your time for maintenance, but still maintains it splendor. Using and choosing the right type of mulch is a great place to start, to upkeep a beautiful Florida garden.\u00a0 Not only is it easy to use, but it helps prevent weeds, conserves water and did we mention, it improves the aesthetics of your garden. That\u2019s why it should come as no surprise that we recommend you use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.davisconcreteinc.com\/landscaping-and-bulk\/mulch-straw-and-bark\/\">mulch<\/a> when planting and designing your perfect garden.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><strong>What is Mulch? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Mulch is an organic material (like tree bark, wood chips, straw or hay) that is spread over the surface of the soil or cover a plant to enrich and lock in the moisture. \u00a0When mulch breaks down it provides vital nutrients that enhance the soil\u2019s chemical make-up. Here are some other interesting benefits of mulch:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Control or prevents growth of weeds<\/li>\n<li>Prevents soil compaction<\/li>\n<li>Mulch can reduce need to water by 25 to 50%<\/li>\n<li>Improves soil tilth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Different Types of Mulch<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Mulch can be any material used to enrich soil, but there are common types like bark, wood chips, and straw and hay. Decaying leaves are used \u2013 and some people get an extra use out of their Christmas trees in the winter.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bark Mulch<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bark Mulch is one of the most common. Bark Mulch does a great job of locking in the moisture and usually stays where you put it \u2013 which is always a good thing. It\u2019s also a neat and attractive option. The key with bark mulch is to no use too much. Excess water can become trapped and lead to fungus in your mulch.\u00a0 2-3\u201d is recommended.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Wood Chips <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Wood chips like bark mulch do a great job of locking in moisture and improving the aesthetics of your garden. \u00a0Wood chips are available in an assortment of colors and different types of wood, which you gives you much flexibility when designing your garden.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Straw and Hay Mulches <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Straw and Hay are inexpensive alternatives and are both very easy to apply. However, because of the lack of weight, can sometimes drift or be blown away. With that said \u2013 many homeowner prefer the more natural look of straw or hay mulches. It\u2019s your garden and it is totally up to you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where to get Mulch in Florida? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Here at Davis Concrete Inc., we provide a wide ranges of mulches that help to protect your plants and beautify your garden. With <a href=\"https:\/\/www.davisconcreteinc.com\/our-location\/\">convenient locations<\/a> in Clearwater, Bradenton, Tampa and Lakeland we can help supply you with any decorative finishes, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.davisconcreteinc.com\/landscaping-and-bulk\/\">landscaping<\/a> or concrete materials needed to take your project to the next level.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0 Mulch is a good gardener\u2019s not so secret weapon. And if you want a healthy, beautiful garden that requires less of your time for maintenance, but still maintains it splendor. 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