Mulching your shrubs is more than just an aesthetic practice—it provides essential benefits to your landscape’s overall health.
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Mulching your shrubs is more than just an aesthetic practice—it provides essential benefits to your landscape’s overall health.
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Mid-Spring: Ideal for applying mulch, as the soil has warmed enough to support strong root growth. Mulching at this time helps shrubs establish before summer heat.
Avoid Early Mulching: Applying mulch too early can trap cold in the soil, delaying growth.
Year-Round Application: While mid-spring is optimal, you can mulch any time of year if necessary.Step
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Prepare the Area: Clear weeds, debris, and grass from the base of the shrub.
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Choose the Right Mulch: Organic options like bark or pine needles are best for Austin’s climate, as they improve soil health and retain moisture.
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Apply the Right Thickness: Spread a 2-3 inch layer of mulch around the shrub. Avoid piling it too thick, which can suffocate roots.
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Distance from the Trunk: Keep mulch 12 inches away from the shrub’s base to prevent rot and pests.
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Maintain the Mulch Layer: Replenish mulch as it decomposes to maintain effectiveness.
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Avoid Over-Mulching: Excessive mulch can lead to root problems. Stick to the recommended thickness.
These include bark, wood chips, and pine needles. They decompose over time, enriching the soil with nutrients and are highly recommended for Austin’s climate.
Include materials like landscape fabric and gravel. While they last longer, they don’t provide nutrients to the soil, making them more suitable for areas where weed control is the priority.
Ready to enhance your landscape with professional mulching services? Contact Real Green Services today to ensure your shrubs are healthy and thriving year-round.
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