"The Mulching Mind"

Mulch, a basic element of Xeriscape

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Back in 1978 a new term was coined in Colorado that has a growing impact on the landscape business.  As water conservation becomes more prevalent all over the world, EnviroColor® encourages the use of this landscape technique to keep "water wise"

Xeros from the Greek, meaning dry.

Xeriscape landscaping is a growing trend among individuals, organizations and corporations who want to do their part is preserving our environment.  Through the use of low water consuming plants and gardening practices that support water conservation, we can extend the life of our precious clean water supplies.

Many pursue xeriscaping primarily as a means to lower their own water consumption.  This practice has a "bigger picture" trickle down effect.  Even if you are not thinking as much about "going green" or helping the environment, you inevitably contribute to building a sustainable future.

Xeriscape landscaping incorporates seven basic principles which lead to saving water:

• Planning and design
• Soil analysis
• Practical turf areas
• Appropriate plant selection
• Efficient irrigation
• Use of mulches
• Appropriate maintenance

By incorporating these seven principles, you can help preserve our most precious natural resource-water.

Mulching Conserves Moisture

Mulch is a layer of nonliving material covering the soil surface around plants. Mulches can be organic materials such as pine bark, pine needles, compost and wood chips; or inorganic materials, such as lava rock, limestone or permeable plastic, not sheet plastic.

Use mulch wherever possible. Good mulch conserves water by significantly reducing moisture evaporation from the soil. Mulch also reduces weed populations, prevents soil compaction and keeps soil temperatures more moderate.

If it is color you desire in your xeriscape, remember EnviroColor® Georgia Pine, Sierra Red, Cocoa Brown and Black Forest to enhance the color and extend the life of your mulch.