Which Mulch is better for You?
What are the Benefits of Mulch?
The main purpose of mulch is to retain moisture in the soil, block weeds, and prevent frost heaving (the upward push of ground caused by the expansion of water freezing).
Mulch can also be used for:
- allowing smoother runoff of excess rainfall
- protecting crops from soil-borne diseases
- slow plant decay
- supplies organic material to the soil
- added as a compost amendment or mulch for garden (only for triple shredded mulch or finely shredded mulch)
But why can't it make your house look good too?
In this article, we talk about how to choose the best mulch to compliment your plants and your home, focusing on black mulch or brown mulch.
Black Mulch
Black Mulch pairs perfectly with grey and darker colored homes or even contemporary houses. Try black mulch landscaping as a stylish addition to accent your modern home.
When purchasing dyed black mulch, ensure it is safe for your plants, pets, and children by asking your mulch supplier. At Mr. Mulch in Columbus, Ohio our black dyed mulch is completely free from contaminants. Important Note: For all Dyed mulches it is critical to check the weather forecast for no rain in 24 hours after you apply your mulch. Dyed mulch needs time to cure/settle, if water is applied to the dyed mulch before this period the dye/colorant can wash out.
Wood mulch is a great mulch for landscaping because of its' natural qualities. Look for hardwood mulch in black or brown to compliment your landscaping beds.
- Black Mulch goes with all greens around your lawn, but it pairs best with deeper green foliage.
- Black mulch has a longer lasting color than brown mulch, making it great for commercial area's.
- Black mulch is also better for cooler regions of the country.
Tip: Don't use black mulch for area's with delicate plants, this mulch attracts sunlight and retains heat better than brown mulch. The increased heat can be harmful to delicate plants.
Brown Mulch
- Brown mulch pairs the best with red brick homes and red or rustic patio's or with beige and light colored homes. If you have a home residing on the darker earth color pallette, consider dark brown mulch.
- Brown mulch is very aesthetically pleasing and is a great compliment to all shades of green around your lawn, but pairs better with lighter greens compared to black mulch.
- Be aware that brown mulch doesn't hold its color as long as black mulch. Brown mulch does work better in small area's though.
- If your property has a variety of colors and shades, brown mulch can be a neutral unifier to bring everything together.
Conclusion
Pair black mulch with darker homes and dark green vegetation. Brown mulch is a great unifier for vibrant and colorful lawns.
Get ideas by taking a walk around your neighborhood. Notice how your neighbors mulch pairs with the color of their house and the variety of their lawn. Get your mulch in bulk or bagged mulch for easy application around your home. A fine triple shredded mulch can be used as a mulch for vegetable garden in addition to around your plants.
Check out black mulch for sale or brown mulch and any other landscaping mulch at Mr. Mulch landscape supply. We sell hardwood mulch for natural and organic options as well as rubber mulch for playgrounds or residential areas. Try out our best selling mulch, black triple shredded mulch available in mulch bags or bulk mulch. Check our mulch prices here for mulch delivery or pick up in store.
Your mulch beds don't have to be restricted to mulch either, try out rock mulch like river rocks for a unique and lower maintenance alternative to mulching.
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