Seasonal Tips for April and May - Mulching

When the ground is wet after a heavy rain shower it’s a good time to apply a mulch. Make sure the soil is really wet right down into the ground, so that the mulch conserves soil moisture. Choose one of the Westland mulches such as and Bed and Border Chipped Bark or Golden Pine Bark, which will last longer than many chipped barks and are ideal for larger areas. Make sure the soil is thoroughly saturated before adding a mulch. If it is not, then water it thoroughly. Applying a mulch over dry soil actually prevents rainfall from filtering through the mulch to the soil beneath.
For the best results and great appearance, opt for a large, chunky mulch such and Bed and Border Chipped Bark or Golden Pine Bark for large borders and areas, and a finer mulch such as Decorative Mini Bark for small borders, containerised trees and around specimen trees in the lawn.