Mulch

In landscaping, mulch is essential to maintaining your yard’s health and beauty. It helps retain soil moisture, reduces weed growth, and enhances the overall aesthetic of your outdoor spaces. At Hawkins Landscape Supply, we deliver bagged and bulk mulch to homeowners, offering flexible solutions for projects of all sizes. But which option is best for…

Although summer is raging on, there isn’t a better time to lay down a fresh layer of mulch. Some may wonder, why would I want to do that now? The answer to that is simple: There’s no better time than the present! The right mulch can do a plethora of things from drowning out weeds,…

Mulching is one of the simplest yet most effective ways to improve the health and appearance of your yard. By following these steps, you can ensure your garden beds thrive while also adding a polished look to your landscape. Step 1: Choose the Right Mulch Selecting the right mulch is crucial for the success of…

Mulch is a versatile and effective tool for temporarily preventing soil erosion. It will not be a long-term solution to your erosion problems, but it can be a big help in the short term. By covering the soil, mulch reduces the impact of rain and wind, helping to keep the soil intact and promoting healthier…

Mulch is essential for any garden or landscaping project, providing numerous benefits such as moisture retention, weed suppression, and soil temperature regulation. However, many gardeners and landscapers ask a common question: “Does mulch go bad?” The short answer is yes, but there’s more to the story. Mulch can degrade over time, and there are various…

A couple of weeks ago, we took a look at the question can mulch be used as compost? Now, let’s answer the inverse, can compost be used as mulch? Yes, and it offers several benefits for your garden. Technically, many materials can be used as mulch, because mulch is defined as a material spread over…

At Hawkins Landscape Supply, we understand that gardeners and landscapers are constantly looking for ways to optimize their outdoor spaces. One common question we encounter is whether mulch can be used as compost. While both mulch and compost play significant roles in gardening, they serve distinct purposes and are not generally interchangeable. Here’s an in-depth…