Mulch Appreciated!
Spring is upon us and we are selling through our mulch at a mind-boggling pace. Hardwood mulch is incredibly popular with homeowners and contractors alike, but have you considered that there is an alternative? What if I told you that this aesthetically pleasing alternative not only suppresses weeds and smells good, it even inhibits several common pests?
Cedar mulch is all of these things!
Mulch, in general, helps the soil retain moisture by preventing rapid evaporation. It acts as a protective layer, keeping the soil temperature stable, and providing insulation for plant roots.
The reddish-brown color of cedar mulch adds visual appeal to garden beds, walkways, and around trees. It complements shrubs and ornamental plants beautifully and can create inspiring contrast to accents on a home or commercial building.
Property owners and maintenance crews may find the battle with persistent weeds is much easier to win with cedar mulch, homeowners may enjoy a landscape that is easier to manage and maintain.
Cedar mulch decomposes slower than hardwood mulch. This longevity translates to cost savings for homeowners. They won’t need to replace it annually, making it a more sustainable and budget-friendly option.
Cedar mulch is like a natural bug barrier for your garden. The secret lies in the aromatic compounds found in the wood, including cedrol, thujaplicin, and thujone. These compounds have pest-repelling properties, making cedar mulch an effective deterrent against insects such as roaches, moths, ants, and termites.
These compounds have been tested for efficacy against gnats and are even available extracted as a pesticidal spray for indoor plants.
The next time you’re discussing mulch options with your clients, consider emphasizing the cedar advantage!
Looking for even better weed control? Try putting Treflan granular pre-emergent down before the mulch.
