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Native Mulches

By: John Ferguson  ast week we talked about Redwood mulches available in Houston area and along the Gulf Coast. This week we are going to look at the best type of mulch “Native Mulch”. For years gardening experts have claimed that this was the best mulch...

Native Mulches Part Two

By: John Ferguson This week we are going to continue to look at the best type of mulch called “Native Mulch”. Native Mulch (fresh ground) – This mulch comes directly out of the grinder. It does not have any processing or screening on it. It tends to...

Plastic Mulches

By: John Ferguson Last week we looked at gravel and stone mulches. This week we are going to look at the second largest class of inorganic mulch, plastic. Clear or black plastic can be used to warm the soil in spring but should be removed to prevent the growth of...

Redwood Mulch

By: John Ferguson Last week we talked about Cedar mulches available in Houston area and along the Gulf Coast. This week we are going to look at Redwood mulches.Redwood mulches are available in two forms, bark (shredded or nuggets) and shredded wood. Redwood mulches...

Rubber Tire Mulch Update # 2

By: John Ferguson I was reading another study this morning from Yale University where they were testing the crumb rubber that is used to make rubber mulch and used in sports fields with artificial turf. The crushed tires are used as padding under the synthetic turf...