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Mulch

Our mulch installation includes:

  • Pick up, delivery, and installation of mulch
  • Multiple colors to choose from (see Colors)
  • Can be installed 1-3+ inches deep
  • We can help prepare your flower beds before putting mulch down. (Ask about our cleanup service)
  • Calculate how much mulch you will need (Mulch Calculator)
  • More Mulch Questions

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Customer Reviews

Review from Emilee H about mulch installation at her home in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Emilee H.

Salt Lake City, UT
I have been extremely happy with MVP. I went in search of a lawn care company and came across MVP about 2 months ago. Nick was so prompt in getting back to me with a very reasonable bid. He is there when he says he will be there and that makes me happy! I've had so many experiences with companies that say things that they don't follow through with. He always makes himself available for extra things that I may need as well. I highly recommend this company for all of your lawncare needs!!

Karen's review of Lawn Care MVP's flower bed mulch at her home in Kearns, UT.

Karen

Kearns, UT
Lawn Care MVP has done such a great job on keeping my yard looking amazing! I have them take care of all my rental properties and refer all my Real Estate clients to them. I would never think of using anyone else. I've had other companies in the past that would not show up when they were supposed to and wouldn't return my calls and at least 2 times left my gate open and my dogs got out. I give Lawn Care MVP 5 stars. Always calling me back and always shuts my gates and keeps me up on what is best for the season. I always get compliments from friends and neighbors on how great my yard looks. Thanks for everything!

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Nathaniel

Draper, UT
Lawn Care MVP has done a fantastic job with our yard over the last year, and our lawn has never looked so good. They've helped us with aeration, fertilizing, bush trimming, sprinklers, bi-weekly weeding, tree removal, mulch, and weekly mowing. All pricing is fair, and paying is handled by credit card, so I don't have to worry about mailing monthly payments like I've done with previous companies. They have always answered their phone and even call us at the beginning of the year to arrange all our lawn care needs and to make sure we have no further questions. Would highly recommend.

Available Mulch colors

Fine flower bed mulch

Fine Mulch

Fine Mulch

A fine composted undyed mulch that is screened down to 3/8". Great for flowerbeds and gardens where more organic matter is wanted.

Natural mulch

Natural Mulch

Natural Mulch

An undyed natural color mulch. Great for preventing weeds.

Red colored mulch

Red Mulch

Red Mulch

A red dyed mulch to give your yard a more vibrant look.

Black mulch

Black Mulch

Black Mulch

A black dyed mulch that is one of our most popular colors.

Dark brown mulch

Dark Brown Mulch

Dark Brown Mulch

Our dyed dark brown mulch gives you a more natural dirt look but with more color vibrance than our natural mulch.

Chocolate brown mulch for flower beds

Chocolate Brown Mulch

Chocolate Brown Mulch

Our chocolate brown dyed mulch is another one of our more popular colors. Makes a great contrasting color allowing your flowers to stand out more.

Mulch Calculator

Use our mulch calculators to determine how much mulch you will need for your job.

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Frequently Asked Questions
+How to measure for mulch
How to measure a flower bed for mulch.
  1. With a measuring tape or wheel, measure how many feet long the bed is. Then measure how many feet wide. Multiply these two figures. The total is the square foot area of that landscape bed. If your flower beds curve like in the example, measure to the widest part. Having extra mulch is okay since the ground is unlevel some mulched areas will have 2” of mulch and others can be thinner or thicker.
  2. Decide how thick you want your mulch to be. 2" is average. If you are top dressing a previously mulched bed, you may wish to use as little as 1" of mulch. Once you have the measurements of the areas you want to be mulched, use our mulch calculator to determine how much material you will need. We always like to allow for a little extra since it never goes down at a perfect thickness.
+What should I do before putting mulch down?
  • Kill weeds - Remove all weeds or unwanted growth. You can also spray weeds with an herbicide like Roundup one to two weeks before mulching. Dead weeds are easier to pull.
  • Trim trees and bushes - It is best to trim trees and bushes before mulching because picking up trimmings out of your new mulch is time-consuming and difficult to get all the clippings out.
  • Clean out your beds - Clean out all dead leaves, weeds, and trimmings with a rake.
  • Cultivate - After your beds have been cleaned, cultivate any compacted soil or old mulch. A roto-tiller or hand cultivator will do the job. Cultivating will allow moisture and air to pass through the soil easier.
  • Edge your beds - A clean edge enhances your landscape and gives it a professional look. It also helps to keep the mulch where you want it and not scattered all over the lawn. An edging shovel or power edger can be used to create your edge. Using a garden hose as a guide helps you create nice flowing curves.
  • Rake smooth - Using a stiff rake smooth out all the surfaces to be mulched. Otherwise, your mulched beds will look lumpy.
  • Apply a pre-emergent - Apply a pre-emergent, such as Preen, to prevent germination of weed seeds. A second application, after the mulch has been installed, can add protection from weed seeds that may germinate into the mulch.
  • Address fungus - If fungus is present, remove it and the surrounding mulch. Rake existing mulch to cover the area, and then water thoroughly. Fungus is a sure sign that your mulch compacted and your beds have dehydrated. Cultivation and watering will be necessary.

If you need any help getting your flower beds or garden areas prepared for new mulch we are happy to help, ask about our cleanup service.

+What are the benefits of Mulching

When applied correctly, mulch has the following beneficial effects on plants and soil:

  1. Prevent loss of water from the soil by evaporation.
  2. Reduce the growth of weeds, when applied deeply enough to prevent weed germination or to smother existing weeds.
  3. Keep the soil cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter, thus maintaining a more even soil temperature.
  4. Prevent soil splashing, which not only stops erosion but keeps soil-borne diseases from splashing up onto the plants.
  5. Organic mulches can improve soil structure. As the mulch decays, the material becomes topsoil. Decaying mulch also adds carbon and nutrients to the soil.
  6. Prevent crusting of the soil surface, thus improving the absorption and movement of water into the soil.
  7. Prevent the trunks of trees and shrubs from damage by lawn equipment.
  8. Help prevent soil compaction.
  9. Adds to the beauty of the landscape by providing a cover of uniform color and interesting texture to the surface.
  10. Mulched plants have more roots than plants that are not mulched because mulched plants will produce additional roots in the mulch that surrounds them.
+How deep should I spread the mulch?

The amount of mulch to apply depends on the texture and density of the mulch material. Many of our wood and bark mulches are composed of fine particles and should not be more than 2 to 3 inches deep. Excessive amounts of these fine-textured mulches can suffocate plant roots, resulting in yellowing of the leaves and poor growth.

Compost or mulches composed of grass clippings or shredded leaves like our fine mulch should never be deeper than 2 inches, because these materials tend to mat together, restricting the water and air supply to plant roots.

2-3 inches of mulch should be plenty to cut down on weed growth. Mulch applied at thicknesses greater than 3 inches may also provide cover for chewing rodents such as mice and meadow voles. These rodents live under the warm mulch in the winter and chew on the nutritious inner bark.

Warning: Whenever you mulch anything, be super careful to leave some space around the plant crown, or tree base. If you pile any mulch up against the crown, you will rot the plant out, and it will die.

So leave a 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.1 cm) of breathing room near the stem or base of the plant, and you'll be just fine.

+When should I apply mulch?

You can apply mulch whenever the soil is bare. Mulch suppresses weeds, protects from scorching temperatures and the break down of mulch helps amend the soil.

+How often should I mulch?

You will have to freshen up your mulch from time to time. Small mulch particles break down quickly in hot or wet weather. Dyed or colored mulch will fade with time, and you may need to add a new thin layer of mulch more than once in the growing season to maintain a functional and aesthetic layer.

+Do I need to put down weed barrier, landscape fabric, underneath the mulch?

While it can be called by several names, it is not necessary to install before mulching. Applying weed barrier before applying mulch will help prevent weeds from growing up from underneath the mulch. However, this will only help for so long until the mulch breaks down and soil and weed seeds are deposited on top of the weed barrier from the wind.

+Is the mulch treated with anything?

Our mulches are not treated with any chemicals. Our dyed mulches contain wood and are colored with a non-toxic dye similar to high-intensity food coloring.

+Does the price of my mulch include delivery?

Yes, the price we quote you for your mulch includes pick up, delivery, and installation.

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