![]() ![]() Available in three colors, NuScape mulch has the same look as other wood-based mulches but is heavier, more durable, and made of 100 percent recycled rubber. Material: Pine straw | Coverage: 4.8 square feet at 2 inches deep | Colors: Variesįor a long-lasting mulch that will not fade or deteriorate, rubber mulch is the way to go. Straw mulch could also be used on lawns, around fruit trees and shrubs, and to protect your plants in the winter. Like all mulches, you will most likely still need to weed your vegetable garden occasionally (and more often than some other options on this list), but with the addition of mulch, you will have more time to pick and enjoy your fresh food. This straw mulch is chemical-free and all-natural so keep in mind that the straw color will fade over time. CleanStraw's Long Leaf Pine Straw is a great option, because it is budget-friendly and stored in bags that are made to be easy to transport in your car without making a mess, and according to the manufacturer, are 99 percent free of sticks. You won't mind its messy appearance in your vegetable garden, as you may in a flower bed or other landscaped area. Straw mulch is a great option for vegetable gardens, because it's affordable and all-natural, and it allows water to pass through easily to get to your vegetables. Harsh sun or extreme weather can cause the color to fade more rapidly. Colored mulch needs to be replaced at the end of the season or more often, depending on how much sun it receives. For the longest-lasting color, you should make sure that the mulch is dry for at least 24 hours after applying it to your yard. In addition to black, this mulch is available in brown and red. Both brands say the color should last a year, so you may want to try each brand to see which one works the best for your landscape-however, if you are looking for colorized mulch, you can't go wrong with either. ![]() This mulch is very similar in features to our best overall pick, the Vigoro Premium Colorized Mulch, and claims to cover the same amount of space (although the Earthgro is only 1.5 square feet versus Vigoro's 2 cubic feet), but does cost a bit more per bag. It works just as any other mulch does by locking in moisture, blocking weeds from getting sunlight, and regulating the temperature of the soil underneath. If you’re looking for an affordable, shredded wood mulch that will keep its vibrant shade for a full year, Earthgro by Scotts is a great product. Material: Wood | Coverage: 8 square feet at 3 inches deep | Colors: Black, brown, and red However, we think this mulch provides an affordable way to upgrade your flower beds and other outdoor landscapes, earning our top spot on this list. Keeping water off of the mulch for at least 24 hours after application can help with color retention. To maintain the most vibrant looks, you should plan to replace it at least once per year, or more depending on your needs and preferences. However, like all wood mulch, it breaks down over time, and like all colorized mulch, it will fade over time. But thanks to the brand's "12-month color guarantee," Vigoro says the color shouldn't fade in that length of time. ![]() This means that a small investment can really go a long way in large areas that need to be covered with mulch. Made of wood, this shredded mulch comes in three colors, black, brown, or red, with some colors looking more natural than others. One bag of the Viogoro Premium Wood Mulch contains two cubic feet of mulch, which should cover 8 square feet, three inches deep. ![]()
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