Red mulches, particularly wood chips are often selected by many gardeners and landscapers for their aesthetic beauty. The nice contrast between the green foliage of plants and the red mulch brings any garden or landscape to life.

Red plastic mulches do not provide much aesthetic value. Basically, it is a big red garbage bag covering the whole garden, with small holes for accommodating plants. While it's not that visually pleasing, it is said to reflect more light on plants. Red wood mulches also have such ability to reflect light.

Abundant reflective sunlight tricks plants. They'll feel that other plants are nearby. This causes competition for water, sunlight, and nutrients, making the plants to release a certain chemical that encourage stem growth, resulting to higher yields. 

But there are debates as to whether or not the reflective properties of red mulches are as beneficial as many manufacturers claim. Initial reports showed that red mulches increased yields by 15% to 20%. But recent studies seem to differ with such findings, with many people opting for red mulch wood chips for their texture and colour.

It's important to consider the source of the wood, since not all red mulch wood chips are made equal. The best organic mulches come from land-clearing firms that create chips from raw lumber. Other companies get their wood chips from recycled wood, like old crates. Such recycled wood needs to go through a process of drying, to give it the mulch appearance.

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Applying mulch will improve the soil and enhance the overall appeal of your garden. Covering garden beds with a layer of good mulch keeps weeds down and minimises the need for watering. Also, annual weed seeds are less likely to germinate and grow, so long as the soil is covered with sufficient amount of mulch to keep the surface of the soil in the dark.

A thin layer of mulch reduces evaporation from the soil's surface. A thicker layer of mulch can reduce water use by as much as 50%.

 
Mulches vary in their texture, appearance, and makeup, which will affect the way you use them. The following are some examples:

 
Different Appearances

For a nice, relaxing, and natural-looking garden, use dark-coloured organic mulches made of compost or tree bark. For a garden that is brilliant-looking, you can use a bright gravel mulch. In a functional garden such as a vegetable garden, straw makes a perfect mulch. Avoid beauty bark or coloured mulch.

 
Soil Enhancement

When organic mulch decomposes, it adds organic materials to the soil, enriching it. But do not apply too thick layers of mulch as it will generate too much heat which can kill a plant or a tree.

Texture

To get best results from using just a thin layer of mulch, look for a fine-textured mulch such as double-shredded bark, cocoa hulls, or compost. For an airy mulch, look for thicker layers of rough-textured mulches such as bark chunks or straw.

There are many types of mulch. And it's important to choose the right type for your plants or tree. Here is an overview of the different types of materials (both organic and inorganic) used in mulching. 

Black Polyethylene Plastic

This can prevent the growth of weeds and can hold water in the soil. But this is not recommended if your area is not well drained.

Cocoa Bean Hulls

The brown colour of cocoa shells are attractive, and they have nice chocolate scent. This type of material is easy to apply and fairly stable. Just be careful if you have pet dogs because the hulls may contain residual theobromine that could poison them.

Grass Clippings

These are a quick source of nitrogen. But they can create a thick mat which water cannot penetrate. They decompose fast and generate a great deal of damaging heat, making them a short-lived type of mulch. Also, they can be harmful to plants, especially when you use grass clippings from lawns treated with herbicides.

Gravel, Crushed Stone, and Pebbles

These are permanent and can provide good weed control. These materials can reflect solar radiation, resulting in a very hot environment in summer.

Newspaper

This can effectively keep weeds down. It keeps them from blowing away and therefore multiplying. Do not use newspaper with with colour dyes that can be harmful to the soil.

Shredded Bark from redwood or cedar trees

Shredded bark from cedar or redwood could be available from tree trimming companies. If they are freshly shredded, they tie up soil nitrogen as they break down, making it not available to your tree or  plants, so you would want to add some compost on the soil prior to adding the shredded bark.

Tree leaves

These are best used when composted or shredded. They are easy to get and attractive as a mulch. After tree leaves decompose, it's best to dig them into the soil and add a fresh top layer of mulch.

Wood Chips

These contain tree bark and pieces of wood of different sizes. They make provide good weed control and provide good weed control. However, they can attract termites and other insects. Make sure you get wood chips from healthy trees to avoid disease or pest.

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Mulch is a material placed over the surface of the soil to keep moisture in and enhance the condition of the soil.Mulching can be very beneficial to the health of your tree. Here are some of the benefits of tree mulching: 

• Mulching reduces water loss from the soil, enhance soil structure, and reduce weed competition. The proper application of mulch can provide a lanscape a nice, well-groomed look. If the wrong material is used, or if mulch is too deep, it can severely harm the tree and other nearby plants.

• Tree mulching helps maintain moisture in the soil. Evaporation is minimised, therefore, the need for regular watering is also minimised.

• Tree mulching is a good weed control. A two- to four-inch layer of mulch will significantly lessen the germination and growth of weeds.

• Tree mulching acts as an insulating blanket. Mulch keeps the soil cooler during summer and warmer during winter.

• Over time, mulching enhances the structure of the soil, soil aeration, and drainage.

• Some types of mulch can enhance soil fertility.
  

• Mulching can prevent certain plant diseases from developing.
  

• It can help facilitate maintenance and can minimise the damage caused by "lawn mower blight" and "weed whackers."

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Tree removal poses risks especially to the inexperienced. It requires specialized equipment and well trained individuals.

A certified arborist can perform a thorough inspection of the problem tree to determine if removal is necessary. Before hiring a professional, check out these tips to make sure that you are making the best decision for you and your tree.

In most cases, tree removal must be the last solution. This is for the obvious fact that trees beautify and support the natural environment. Not all of those who work on trees are certified arborists, so a contractor with a chainsaw and a truck may recommend tree removal for every problem when there are other solutions available. Specialists can diagnose and treat many tree problems and they avoid removing a tree as much as possible.

When hiring an abortist, compare companies. Know that there is more then one way to remove a tree, and fees can differ accordingly. Tree specialists are highly trained in safe and efficient tree removal, making sure not to damage homes, landscaping, and nearby trees.  

Depending on the type of the tree and the location, a tree removal project is often a complicated and costly process.

Typically, the cost for tree removal would be lower when the arborist cuts the tree at the base, allowing it to fall freely. However, the possible damage to your property would be higher.

After a strong storm, there can be a high demand for arborists to remove a tree or damaged branches. Have second thoughts about those who go door to door offering tree services, as professional arborists don't practice this. It goes without saying that availing of professional tree removal Perth services will help protect both you and your property.

 Tree pruning is very important and has several benefits but if it is done incorrectly, it can harm a tree. So here is a guide to proper tree pruning: 

Start with a visual inspection, beginning from the top of the tree and then downward.

• Use The 1/3 and 1/4 Rules of tree pruning. 
  

• Do not prune off more than one fourth of the tree's crown in one season.

• Main side branch must be at least one third smaller than the trunk's diameter.

• For most deciduous trees, do not prune up starting from the bottom any more than one third of the total height of the tree. 

• If possible, encourage side branches which form angles that are one third off vertical that form 2 o'clock or 10 o'clock angles with the main trunk.

• For almost all species, the tree must have one trunk. Know which could be the best leader before you start pruning and remove damaged parts prior to pruning for form.

• Do not worry about protecting the pruning cuts. To make pruned trees more visually appealing, you can paint big wounds. However, it does not prevent or minimize decay.

• Keep your pruning tools sharp. When pruning young trees, it is best to use one-hand pruning shears with curved blades.

• Use a pole pruner for higher branches. A major tree pruning project must be done by certified arborist.

If you have a big tree to prune, it's best to avail of professional services in tree pruning Perth. Visit the officia website of WA Tree Works to learn more about their high quality tree services.