MULCHES

How many bags of mulch equals 1 cubic yard?
13.5 bags (2 cubic foot bag)
Is the dye used to color the mulch harmful to animals or plants?
The dye used in coloring the mulch is not harmful to plants, people, or animals. It's basically a high-grade food coloring.
How many cubic yards of mulch will a pickup truck hold?
A standard-sized pickup bed will hold 2-3 cubic yards of mulch. A small pickup will hold 1-2 cubic yards of mulch
What is a cubic yard?
A cubic yard is a three-dimensional cube that measures 3 feet long and 3 feet tall. 1 cubic yard will cover 100 square feet at 3 inches deep. (10 x 10-foot area at 3 inches deep)
How much does a cubic yard of mulch weigh?
Weights for mulch will vary due to moisture content. Typically, mulch products weigh between 400-800 lbs. per cubic yard.

PINE STRAW

How much pine straw do I need?

A bale of pine straw covers about 35 to 45 square feet depending on the depth.
Is it necessary to remove the old straw before installing the new straw?

Leaving the old straw down provides a good base and helps contribute to mulching the soil.
What should I do about weeds in my plant beds?

We recommend cutting the weeds down and spraying with the chemical of your choice. This should yield good results.
What type of pine straw do you offer?

Long Needle Pine Straw - Its color is more vibrant, you'll get more coverage per sqft, and it lasts longer than slash due to the needles not decomposing as quickly.
What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept cash, checks, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and American Express.

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