The sun-drenched days and balmy nights of Hampton Roads summers are upon us. While Virginians savor the opportunity to spend time outdoors, the relentless heat and humidity can wreak havoc on our beloved lawns and gardens. Keeping your landscape lush and vibrant throughout the summer requires strategic planning, and mulching is crucial in this success story. Mulch is the secret weapon for beating the summer heat and conserving water. At Mercury Mulch, a leading provider of high-quality mulch in the Hampton Roads area, we’re passionate about helping homeowners achieve healthy, beautiful landscapes that thrive year-round.
Mulch is more than a simple decorative element; it's a functional powerhouse for any garden. During scorching summer months, one of its most significant benefits is its remarkable ability to retain moisture in the soil. No matter the variety, mulch acts as a protective shield on the soil surface that shades the soil from the sun's direct rays, significantly reducing moisture evaporation. Mulch also regulates the rate at which water penetrates the soil, allowing for better absorption and preventing water from running off, especially during heavy summer downpours.
There are many benefits to strategically applying mulch in landscaping and gardens in the summer.
Mercury Mulch offers various high-quality mulch options for your needs and landscaping style.
Mulching is a simple yet powerful strategy to beat the summer heat and keep your landscape thriving. By reducing water evaporation and promoting moisture retention, mulch helps conserve water while keeping plants healthy and beautiful. Contact us at (757) 219-2033 for top-quality mulch and expert advice on choosing the right type for your needs! We're here to help Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, York County, Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Isle of Wight residents and businesses create stunning and sustainable summer landscapes.
Heidi A. Kratsch, 2002 “Water-Wise Landscaping: Mulch.” Utah State University: Center for Water-Efficient Landscaping. Last modified February 6. https://extension.usu.edu/cwel/research/water-wise-landscaping-mulch
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