Here are the key benefits of bark mulch for your garden or landscape:
🌿 1. Moisture Retention
- Reduces water evaporation from the soil.
- Keeps roots consistently hydrated, especially during hot weather.
🚫 2. Weed Suppression
- Blocks sunlight from reaching weed seeds.
- Helps reduce the need for herbicides or manual weeding.
🌡️ 3. Temperature Regulation
- Insulates soil, keeping it warmer in winter and cooler in summer.
- Protects plant roots from temperature extremes.
🍂 4. Soil Health & Structure
- Slowly decomposes, adding organic matter and nutrients to the soil.
- Improves soil aeration and promotes beneficial microbial activity.
🪵 5. Erosion Control
- Helps prevent soil erosion on slopes or in areas with heavy rainfall.
- Keeps the soil in place around trees and garden beds.
👀 6. Aesthetic Appeal
- Gives landscaping a tidy, finished look.
- Available in various colors and textures to suit your garden’s design.