Mulch and Pine Straw Installation in Franklinton, NC

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Mulch Installation in Franklinton, NC & Surrounding Areas

We are fully aware of the environmental challenges in our area. Distinct Lawns values mulching as a natural fertilization and protection technique. Besides being good looking (depending on its type), mulch ensures long-term nourishment and protection for your flower beds, trees and shrubs, vegetable gardens and so on. Mulch can be made at home using vegetal debris and mixes of organic materials (grass clippings, straw, seaweed, shredded dry leaves, etc.) or store-bought.

Depending on its type – moist or dry – mulch can act more as a fertilizer or more as a barrier to keep weeds and pests at bay. Lighter colored mulches can reflect the scorching sun rays away from the ground, thus keeping all the roots cooler, moister and well-nourished. Dryer mulches decompose slower and have an aesthetic value, while also keeping weeds or pests attacks on trees and shrubs down.

Do you know about the 3-3-3 rule when mulching trees? Do you know about the proper application of mulch depending on the season? Don’t bother anymore with such tasks, as Distinct Lawns is more than capable and willing to take care of all your mulch installation and pine straw needs.

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What Should You Know About Our Mulching Techniques?

Many people talk about leaving dry, rotten and dead leaves on the ground as an organic fertilization technique. After all, if we can leave behind grass clippings after we mow to further nourish the soil, why shouldn’t we do the same when it comes to leaves

The problem with fallen leaves – as compared to freshly clipped grass – is that they form a carpet that blankets the lawn. If the leaves are allowed to sit there, it will kill the lawn. The leaves block any sun from coming through, keeps the ground wet, and doesn’t allow the grass to grow.

Many know leaves can be used for mulch. While true, we have to stress that only dry shredded leaves (with the lawnmower) can indeed make nutritious, healthy mulch for an organic and sustainable approach to lawn care and landscaping.

How Does Pine Straw Help?

Coming from a variety of pine tree species, pine straw mulch installation will help improve the healthiness of your lawn greatly as well as bring many other benefits.

Controls Weeds – Laying pine straw mulch around your plants will prevent the growth of weeds. With pine straw mulch, weed seeds will fall through and not take root.

Low Maintenance – While wooden mulches tend to float or wash out of beds, pine straw mulch keeps your walkways cleaner. Pine straw also breaks down slowly, so frequent reapplication or topping up is not needed. There is no need to mix, refresh or fluff pine straw mulch because it stays loose.

Visual Appeal – Pine straw mulch has a fine texture and uniform color that is aesthetically pleasing. Pine straw also looks natural with most landscapes and provides a neutral backdrop that highlights your plants rather than demanding attention. In addition, your garden and flower bed will continue to look fresh with the help of pine straw mulch and mud and water will be prevented from splashing up onto your plants.

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Maintain the Glorious Look

Great for retaining moisture and minimizing soil erosion, pine straw is a great way to help maintain the beauty and health of your lawn, which is why it is important to change it often if you plan on using it. While pine straw may give that aesthetic and authentic look, changing it every six months will keep the look and beauty of it maintained without the worry of losing it. Our Distinct Lawns mulch installation professionals are here to make sure your lawn never loses its look and will make sure your pine straw mulch is maintained to your standards. Give us a call today for a free estimate.