Westland Cambark Premium Pine Bark Nuggets are made from specially selected and graded premium pine bark. The rich golden appearance of the bark will compliment and enhance the texture and colour your garden. It is ideal for use amongst conifers and alpines as well as heathers. It is also great for placing around specimen trees and shrubs.
- Suitable for all beds, borders and around trees and shrubs
- Superior moisture control
- Suppresses weed growth
- FSC® certified from a sustainable source
- Use on garden walkways and play-areas
Sizes available
- 50 litre
- Product Details
- How to Use
- Tips & Advice
Cambark Premium Pine Bark Nuggets are a specially selected and graded premium pine bark that gives a rich golden appearance to compliment and enhance the texture and colour of your garden
- Suitable for all beds, borders and around trees and shrubs
- Superior moisture control
- Supresses weed growth
- FSC graded, from a sustainable source
- Available size: 50L
Why Use
- Cambark Premium Pine Bark Nuggets are perfect for suppressing weed growth, retaining moisture in the soil and provides year round protection and insulation for plant roots from extremes of temperature
- The small golden nuggets can also reduce the spread of fungal disease on leaves caused by rain splashes, encourages earth worm activity helping to improve soil aeration and enhancing organic matter levels, fertility and soil structure.
When to Use
- Cambark Premium Pine Bark Nuggets can be used all year round
How to Use
For Use on Small Borders
- Prepare the area by removing all weeds and debris
- Spread a layer of bark 2-5.5cm deep over the area ensuring that the bark reaches under the plant canopy and covers the root area
To reduce perennial weed problems in small borders
- For best results, lay a perforated plastic or fabric membrane under the bark to further reduce perennial weed problems
- Cut an X shaped hole in the membrane and plant shrubs and flowers into planting hole underneath the membrane
- Spread the bark chips back under the plant canopy to cover the membrane
Aftercare for small borders
- Remove any annual weeds as they appear.
- To maintain a good bark layer, replenish the area with fresh bark annually
For use in containers and pots
- When planting containers and pots, leave a 5-7cm space at top of the container or pot
- Spread a 3-5cm layer of bark over the top of the compost or soil. This will provide important thermal insulation, reduce water loss and make pots easier to water
Aftercare for containers and pots
- Remove any annual weeds as they appear
- Check the compost underneath is fresh and has not formed a crusted salt layer, replace if necessary
- Top up the bark layer with fresh bark to maintain an insulating layer
Advice
- Store in a dry frost free place away from weed killers and other garden chemicals
- Reseal bag after use
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. I have cats and dogs, is Cambark suitable for my garden?
A. Yes, Cambark is just 100% pine bark with nothing else added and would cause no concerns with your pets. However we do know dogs like to chew wood so if your pet likes to do this then please consider if the product is suitable for them.
Q. What does Play grade mean?
A. It means Cambark is suitable for play areas when applied to the recommend depth of 15mm-30mm. The play grade means it is impact absorbing to a fall height 2.8m-3.5m. It does not refer to the natural features of wood chips, i.e. size, shape and texture.
Q. What is FSC?
A. FSC means Forest Stewardship Council and their logo can be applied to wood products that derive from responsible sources.
For any questions or advice, please contact our technical advice line on 01480 443789 (Mon-Fri 10am-4pm) or email [email protected]
