ECO Bales 8816 Western Red Cedar Mulch, 4.5 Cubic Feet
There are many benefits of utilizing wood mulches for groundcover. From moisture retention, erosion control to weed prevention and aesthetic beauty. The list is constantly growing. Many major cities in North America have made it mandatory to mulch around new plantings in efforts to significantly reduce the need for watering. Studies have shown growth rates of trees and shrubs to increase by as much as 15% when mulch is used. ECO Bales highly compressed bale of Western Red Cedar Mulch is naturally rot resistant. WRC fibers contain oils which act as natural preservatives making it out last most all other wood mulches. The refreshing fragrance contains naturally occurring organic compounds called (thujaplicin) which give off the distinctive aroma. Although it is pleasant to humans it is proven to be a deterrent to most insects ranging from moths and beetles, to cockroaches and silverfish. Shredded mulch intertwines and locks together forming a "mat" which keeps it from blowing or washing away and is virtually mold free. In addition Western Red Cedar mulch is very lightweight and fluffy when ground properly, making it incredibly thermally efficient which helps moderate soil temperatures. WRC has become the premium mulch of choice by numerous professional landscapers.