A two to four inch layer of quality mulch insulates roots from Ohio's freeze and thaw cycles, holds in moisture during dry summer stretches, and steadily improves the soil as it breaks down.
It also keeps lawn mowers and string trimmers away from the trunk, which is one of the most common causes of long-term damage we see on residential trees.
We never pile mulch against the bark. Volcano mulching traps moisture, invites rot, and shortens the life of the tree. Our crews install a flat, donut-shaped ring that breathes.
