Red and Black MulchGold Coast
Tired of the same old brown mulch?
Red/Black mulch offers a stylish alternative, adding a bold pop of colour (red) or a sophisticated, modern touch (black) to your garden beds.
But beyond aesthetics, these natural barks boast a range of functional benefits that will enhance the health and beauty of your landscape.
Get in Touch to Order Mulch or For Expert Advice
We can provide prompt delivery of your mulch order direct to your project site anywhere in Tweed Heads, Gold Coast or Brisbane.
Call directly on (07) 5537 2841 to order.
Why Use Red/Black Mulch?
Looks Great
Red mulch adds a vibrant splash, highlighting flowers and greenery. Black mulch creates a sophisticated, modern look and provides a clean backdrop for colourful plants.
Inhibits Weed Growth
Both Red and Black mulch effectively suppress weed growth by blocking sunlight from reaching the soil. This reduces weeding time and allows your plants to thrive.
Moisture Retention
Mulch helps retain soil moisture, reducing the need for frequent watering. This is especially beneficial in hot, dry climates.
Temperature Regulation
Mulch insulates the soil, helping to maintain consistent soil temperatures. This protects plant roots from extreme heat or cold.
Erosion Control
Mulch helps prevent soil erosion from wind and rain, keeping your garden beds looking neat and tidy.
Considerations
1. Red and Black mulch are typically dyed wood chips, shredded bark, or recycled rubber. Wood products decompose over time, adding organic matter to the soil. Rubber mulch is more permanent but may not be suitable for all gardens.
2. You need to ensure the dye used is environmentally friendly and safe for plants and pets. Use mulch coloured in safe dyes, like iron oxide or vegetable dye.
3. Red mulch complements green foliage and brightly coloured flowers. Black mulch works well with a wider variety of plants and creates a more formal look.
Consider your existing landscaping and desired aesthetic when choosing a colour.
How To Use Hoop Bark Mulch
By following these simple tips, you can enjoy a beautiful, low-maintenance, and healthy garden for quite some time.
1. Garden Preparation
Before applying your Red or Black mulch, prepare the garden bed by removing any weeds, debris, and existing mulch.
Edging the bed with plastic, metal, or brick will help contain the mulch and create a polished look.
Lightly water the soil to promote settling.
2. Mulch Application
Once the preparation is complete, apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch around your plants. This depth is ideal for suppressing weeds and retaining moisture.
Be sure to avoid piling mulch directly against tree trunks or plant stems. Use a rake to spread the mulch evenly throughout the bed.
3. On-Going Maintenance
To maintain the effectiveness of your mulch, regular maintenance is key. Over time, mulch decomposes and thins, so adding a fresh layer every year or two is necessary to maintain the desired depth.
While mulch helps suppress weeds, some may still pop up. These can be easily removed by hand or with a gentle, natural weed control solution.
For dyed mulch, you can refresh the colour by reapplying a dye specifically designed for wood mulch, if maintaining a vibrant appearance is important to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not inherently! The dye in coloured mulches is usually the concern.
Safe dyes, like iron oxide or vegetable dye (used for red mulch), are harmless.
However, some cheap mulch might use untested dyes or come from treated wood. These can be harmful.
So, stick to reputable brands and avoid suspiciously cheap mulch for safety.
Black mulch does absorb sunlight, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it cooks your plants.
The key is that it insulates the soil.
This helps regulate temperature, preventing both extreme heat from reaching the roots in summer and excessive heat loss in winter.
Wood mulch, red or black, typically lasts 1-2 years. It breaks down over time, adding nutrients to the soil (except for dyed mulch).
Rubber mulch, available in various colours including Red and Black, can last a much longer time – up to 10 years or more.
It’s more expensive upfront but requires less frequent replacement.
Contact Us
LLS is a local provider of landscaper supplies on the Gold Coast.
If you need further information or wish to purchase mulch on the Gold Coast, contact our friendly team directly on (07) 5537 284.
Enquire online and one of our team members will get back to you.
Landscaping Tips
Not sure how much stone or mulch you need? Try our cubic metre calculator.
Delivery
We deliver 6 days a week across Tweed Heads, Gold Coast and Brisbane.
Trade
We cater from small to bulk loads on all materials. Contact Us for your bulk load requirements. We deliver whenever you want it.
Trading Times
Monday to Friday 6:00am – 4:30pm Saturday 6:00am – 2:30pm Sunday – Closed
