{"product_id":"brown-rubber-mulch-bagged","title":"Brown Rubber Mulch - Bagged","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRubber Mulch - Brown\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRubber Mulch is an eco-friendly, long-lasting alternative to traditional wood mulch for gardens, landscapes, and playgrounds. Made from 100% recycled rubber, this clean and low-maintenance mulch helps reduce dust while providing a neat, natural appearance. The warm brown colour mimics the look of wood mulch while lasting up to 10 times longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWill not fade, decompose, splinter, compact, or attract bugs and rodents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResists erosion from wind and water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWon't stain surfaces, clothes, or skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece (⅜” to ¾”) is 99.99% metal-free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe, durable, and splinter-free ground cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolds its colour and texture for years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eHelpful Facts About Mulch\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProper mulch depth matters.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e All mulch applications should be installed at a depth of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ethree to four inches\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. This helps suppress weeds, regulate soil temperature, and maintain moisture in garden and landscape beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMulch should be replenished annually.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Because mulch is an organic material, it naturally breaks down over time. This decomposition process improves \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esoil quality and fertility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. To keep plant beds looking their best, apply \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etwo to three inches of fresh mulch\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e directly over existing mulch each spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMulch colour will fade naturally.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Sun exposure can cause mulch to fade throughout the season. To refresh its appearance, simply \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eturn the mulch with a pitchfork\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, bringing darker material back to the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAvoid weed barrier fabric under mulch.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e To improve garden health, do not place landscape fabric between the soil and mulch. Allowing mulch to break down directly into the soil adds valuable \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eorganic matter (humus)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, improves root-zone fertility, and helps keep roots \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ecool and moist during hot summer months\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface mould is normal and temporary.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Occasionally, mulch may develop yellow or slimy-looking surface growth, sometimes referred to as “dog vomit mould.” This can occur when mulch is wet and dusty. It is harmless, will dry up and disappear over time, or can be easily removed with a shovel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silverthorn Landscape","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48509703913714,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/3699\/8130\/files\/download_57a83b96-46be-4bd9-862d-7604ae39d5a1.webp?v=1772122151","url":"https:\/\/silverthornlandscape.com\/products\/brown-rubber-mulch-bagged","provider":"Silverthorn Landscape Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}