Newly planted street trees are mulched at the
time of planting. Mulch settles and breaks down over time, therefore, adding a
little mulch each spring or fall is beneficial. Please remember that mulch
should NOT be heaped next to the trunk of the tree. A small gap should be
left between the trunk and the mulch.
Benefits of Mulch
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Retention of soil moisture
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Weed and grass control
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Protection of the trunk from mowing equipment
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Erosion control as mulch breaks the impact of
rain
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Improved soil structure (better aeration,
temperature and moisture conditions)
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Improved appearance.
Free mulch is available at the following parks:
Warner, Sycamore, Garner and Elver.
Please remember - bicycles should never be
chained to trees large or small. Damaging the bark opens the plant to pathogens
that may be an invitation to disease or decay.
