Mulch Installation

Mulch Installation

Commonly Asked Questions

  • How we install mulch.

    there is a few ways we go about are mulch installation and it really depends on the client we offer (natural edge - were we make a 3-4 inch deep edge for the mulch to run into creates a clean natural boarder stopping the mulch from spilling over.)

    Just the installation of the mulch with delivery (if you don’t need a full clean out or any other prep work.) we will still install mulch even if prep work is needed but we are not liable for the over all quality we can only guarantee that the mulch will be delivered and installed with in the garden beds or areas listed in the agreement

    “The Official way” Enhanced landscaping us as a company like to do a few steps to assure we have built you a low maintenance mulch design

    1. Edging - we run a new natural edge if there’s no edging installed if there is edging we will fix whatever needs fixing that way we can assure no over spill .

    2. The Cleanout -We completely clean out all old garbage mulch, fabric, weeds , we also recommend trimming anything if necessary in this time frame as well.

    3. Regrade - In some cases we rototill but we always the regrade surface area getting rid of any high or low spots before installing the weed fabric some times some top soil is need to fill around the foundation if its low

    4. Weed barrier - installation of some kind of weed barrier which ever one we decide is best for your set up we mainly use Weed Barrier 5.8 oz. Landscape Fabric Heavy-Duty Woven Grass Control Geotextile for Garden, Black , Black Plastic weed barrier and , weed barrier fabric (pinned down with 6 inch long fabric staples)

    5. Installation - last but not least Mulch installation Standard Mulch depth is between 2-4 inches depending on the coarse.

    6. Maintenance - Every two seasons it should just be cleaned out fabric checked and re mulched to keep it in optimum condition.

  • Benefits of mulching

    Mulch conserve’s the soil moisture, enhances the organic nutrients with in the soil, control's the erosion losses, suppresses the weeds in crop plants, and remove the residual effects of pesticides, fertilizers, and heavy metals. Mulches improve the aesthetic value of landscapes and economic value of plants.

  • Our company charges on average $120 per yard delivered and installed for all of the dyed or shredded mulch options.

Weed barrier Installation

There is Mainly three different options you could use for your landscape design when it comes to weed barrier installation. Our company will go over all three options to help you figure out which weed barrier best suits your Garden bed’s.

Non-Woven Weed Fabric Barrier

  • We get all are 7 layer weed fabric from Prime Landscape supply one of are local suppliers. Us and the owner over at prime landscape supply found the best non-woven weed fabric you could use for your Landscaping needs! Check out are video of what it looks like after we’ve installed it.

    -Non-Woven. Typically made from polyester or polypropylene, non-woven landscape fabrics are best suited for preventing weed growth in rock or gravel paths or beds. Non-woven landscape fabrics are less permeable than woven options, so they will prevent water and nutrients from getting to the soil below and help prevent erosion and create more stability in the garden

Black Plastic Weed Barrier

  • Black Plastic weed barrier is actually are most picked alternative when it comes to weed barrier because believe it or not it is definitely one of the best alternative options In fact, that's the primary purpose of black plastic for gardening, it smothers weeds. Since it's completely black and free from holes, the plastic sheet blocks the sun completely and traps moisture and air - The weeds just don't stand a chance! this is best suited for garden beds that we’re completely over grown with weeds really seeing the effect after 4 weeks. it can also be used for the regrade around the foundation a layer of plastic Pitching away from the foundation can actually help protect your foundation from water damages. speak to one of our professionals about it!

Woven Weed Plastic Barrier

  • Woven landscaping weed barrier - As a weed barrier around trees, shrubs, and low-maintenance beds, woven landscaping fabrics work best. For stability and weed blocking under rock or gravel, non-woven landscape fabrics work best.

    Helps prevent weeds from growing for one to two years.

    Allows airflow and for water to penetrate the soil.

    Prevents rock mulches from sinking into the soil.

    Can be a good solution for erosion control.

    Reduces chemical herbicide control.

    Stabilizes soil temperature.

 Commonly Asked Questions

  • We charge on average a $1.00 per Sq-ft for weed barrier to be installed. a few things that can change the Sq-ft cost would be the material choice as well as plants. if there are a lot of plants to install weed barrier around it could change the time it would take to complete the weed barrier installation.

  • We take pride in our weed barrier installation making sure everything is tight and cut to fit!