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Benefits of Mulch

Benefits of Mulch

Mulch does so much more than just make your garden beds look refreshed and clean during your spring…

Sep 30,2021

Mulch does so much more than just make your garden beds look refreshed and clean during your spring cleanup. While mulch adds curb appeal and beauty to your landscaping, it also has long-term benefits to your home and your garden beds. The team at Sesmas Tree Service wants you to know just how important mulch is to your landscaping, and why you need it for your landscaping, your plants, and even your trees to thrive and grow!

Benefits of Mulch

Are you a new homeowner looking to bring your garden beds back to life? Are you thinking of redoing your landscaping in the spring season? Are you wondering why mulch is so important for your landscaping? Make sure to keep reading – Sesmas Tree Service is going to tell you all about the different benefits of having mulch in your yard.

5 Benefits of Mulch

1.  Natural weed killer

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Not only does mulch add so much beauty to your garden beds, but it also helps kill weeds that are sure to grow. Weeds are the enemy of your garden beds, and by simply laying mulch around your plants, you are lessening the amount of work you’ll have to do weeding your gardens each week. If you want to eliminate weed growth as much as possible, Sesmas Tree Service recommends laying 3-4 inches of mulch each spring season.

2.  Earthworms

Did you know that you actually want earthworms to live in your garden beds? Because they dig tunnels underneath your plants, their tunnels allow air and water to seep deeper into your soil, enhancing your plant’s growth. They also help to break down leaves and other organic materials that fall into your garden bed. Earthworms are a sign of healthy soil!

3.  Temperature change

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3 large Leyland Cypress trees removed near front of our home. Excellent service, professional crew, very competitive pricing for superior work! Rolando provided the initial estimate and the  follow up and was the best in terms of customer relations. I'd both use this company again AND highly recommend them.

Susan Hitchcock

This is the 2nd time we have used Sesmas Tree Service. They are a wonderful company to deal with. They were on time, professional, and very thorough. They cleaned up prior to leaving and went out of their way to protect our plants and landscaping. And they kept to their proposal with no hidden cost or add ons. Definitely a five star experience!

Gene McFadden

Wow!  I deal with tree services in my professional work and I can honestly say Sesmas is by far the most professional, best equipped, efficient, safety conscious, and communicative service I've ever encountered.  Their price was very reasonable and they even went so far as to include additional work without increasing the price.  Call them!  Now! They are very quick to respond.

Scott McLendon

We've used Sesmas several times and have always received excellent service.  Estimates are quick and easy and the crew is efficient and leaves the property clean of debris.  Recently we needed a tree removed next to a heavily landscaped area.  Sebastian went over everything with me in detail and listened to my concerns.  The crew did an excellent job in removing the tree with minimal disturbance to the surrounding area.  We are pleased and will consider them again in the future for pruning and tree removal.

Tonia Griswold

Sesmas Tree Service was amazing! I had two dead trees cut and a lot of trees that were already down on my property removed. Sebastian came out and sent the quote in writing within 24 hours. We were in the process of scheduling the service when a slot opened up sooner snd I was able to go ahead and get the work done. Everything was explained ahead of time for what to expect. The crew was very efficient and professional.  All of the work and cleanup was done in one day. I would recommend Sesmas for your tree cutting/cleanup needs.

LaDora Woods

I hired Sesmas to cut down a very tricky tree that was hanging over my house as well as a few large limbs. They did a great job and had the machinery to get the job done right.

Perry Hartman

Great experience with Sesmas. They were meticulous with my tree removal, safe and efficient. David’s communication throughout the process was much appreciated. Highly recommend!

Lindsay Ellenburg

Great experience with Sesmas Tree Service. The arborist who came out was a Board Certified Master Arborist, and you could immediately tell he knew his stuff. He took the time to explain what needed to be done, gave us clear options, and helped us feel confident from start to finish. The whole process was easy and professional. We’ll definitely use them again.

Ed Martin

Depending on the different temperatures you experience in a year, your mulch actually helps to regulate those different temperatures. When temperatures get high, your mulch helps to keep your plants cooler, and when it gets colder, your mulch helps to keep them warm. Cool, right?

4.  Water retention

One of the biggest benefits of laying mulch around your plants and trees is that mulch helps to retain water. You still need to water your plants, but laying mulch around them will help keep them hydrated and healthy for much longer.

5.  Vital nutrients

Over time, your mulch will decompose naturally, and that’s exactly what you want in your garden beds. As your mulch breaks down, it provides your soil with the vital nutrients it needs for a long and healthy future of aiding in plant and tree growth.

Are you looking to lay mulch in your garden beds but you aren’t sure if it’s necessary? Mulch benefits your landscaping and garden beds probably much more than you think. If you are thinking of laying mulch but want to learn more about the benefits or how to properly lay it, the team at Sesmas Tree Service is always here to help! Call our office today to learn more.

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