There are many reasons to mulch around trees.
We use Espoma Tree Tone, which has slow-release nitrogen and trace minerals.
Published August 4th, Have you ever wondered why commercial landscapes have big circles of mulch around the base of each tree? Perhaps you’ve seen big mounds of mulch around trees. Why do landscapers do this and is it a good idea? There are many reasons to mulch around trees. An excessively deep layer of mulch may result in water logging of heavy soils and may interfere with the movement of oxygen into the soil.
A 3- to 4-inch-layer of wood chips or shredded bark would be appropriate for well-drained sites around trees and shrubs.
You can double the speed of growth by simply removing this competition from the root zone, which extends out as far as the longest branch.
On heavy soils, a Scotts Nature Scapes Triple Shred cu ft Black Mulch. Made to be triple shred grade- Scotts Nature Scapes Triple Shred Black Mulch is the finest mulch from Scotts. The extra fine mulch looks incredible, spreads like a blanket and covers 33% more of your landscape.
Aug 08, Pine bark mulch is best for most trees. Steve Boehme and his wife Marjorie own GoodSeed Nursery & Landscape, located at Tri-County Highway, near Winchester, Ohio.

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