Black mulch is a type of ground cover commonly made from dyed wood chips, rubber, or plastic. Its deep color helps retain soil warmth by absorbing sunlight, making it ideal for early-season planting. Black mulch also suppresses weed growth by blocking sunlight, conserves moisture by reducing evaporation, and gives gardens a clean, polished look. It’s often used in flower beds, around trees, and in landscaping projects where aesthetics and functionality are both priorities. While effective, it’s best suited for heat-tolerant plants, as it can raise soil temperatures more than lighter-colored mulches.
- Our “scoop” is one cubic yard of mulch
- One cubic yard of mulch (often called “a yard”) is 27 cubic feet
- Equivalent to ~13 bags of mulch
- Depending on the moisture in the scoop of mulch, weight can vary between 400-600 pounds
