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Instructions for using compost as a landscape mulch for trees and shrubs

Instructions for using compost as a landscape mulch for trees and shrubs

Applying compost mulch to and around the plant greatly reduces water evaporation from the soil, reduces soil erosion, reduces growth of weeds around the plant and also reduces temperature fluctuations in the soil.

Compost increases organic matter levels in the soil and thus increases soil’s productivity.

During cold seasons compost mulch retains soil heat which in turn protects the root system of a plant, promotes rapid root growth in Spring and prevents soil from drying out in Summer.

Step 1:

Evenly apply compost at a rate of 4 to 6 kg. per square meter of soil.

Step 2:

Compost can be applied from wheelbarrow or a dump truck. For small projects it is more convenient to use bagged compost.

Step 3:

Carefully spread compost around trees, shrubs and other plants. Use either rake or a shovel.

Step 4:

Spread compost evenly on the soil surface using a rake to create an even and solid mulch cover.

Step 5:

In case of trees and shrubs compost is applied around tree trunk (see picture) and should not touch the trunk.

Step 6:

After compost mulch has been applied to the soil surface, it should be watered to keep it in place.

Instructions for using compost as a landscape mulch for trees and shrubs

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Compost use for home/garden

Plant needs organic fertilizer for healthy growth and development. This is why compost is one of the best and most affordable organic fertilizers.

The source of mineral nourishment for plant can be either chemical or organic.

The use of chemical fertilizers has some drawbacks:

  • Chemical fertilizer effect is short-lived.
  • When using chemical fertilizer there is a risk of its accumulation in the fruit
  • Different plants need different specific chemical fertilizers
  • Plant needs different fertilizers on different stages of its development.

Therefore, chemical fertilizers are costly and require specific knowledge.

Using natural compost is the perfect solution in this case.

Compost is:

  • Long-term natural food for plants
  • Plant obtains required amounts of nutrients from compost according to its own needs and stages of development, be it growth/vegetation, flowering or fruiting.

Due to its long lasting beneficial effect, compost has no better alternative.

Compost is functional and potent in soil for 3 to 4 years after its application.
Compost use for home/garden

Compost Application Instructions for Flower Garden Establishment

Plant nutrition is the most crucial aspect for developing healthy and beautiful flower garden.

Garden and especially pot flowers and plants use nutrients in soil at very high rates.

Newly planted plants need weekly applications of chemical fertilizers.

The source of mineral nourishment for plant can be either chemical or organic.

The use of chemical fertilizers has some drawbacks:

  • Chemical fertilizer effect is short-lived.
  • When using chemical fertilizer there is a risk of its accumulation in the fruit
  • Different plants need different specific chemical fertilizers
  • Plant needs different fertilizers on different stages of its development.

Therefore, chemical fertilizers are costly and require specific knowledge.

Using natural compost is the perfect solution in this case.

Compost is:

  • Long-term natural food for plants
  • Plant obtains required amounts of nutrients from compost according to its own needs and stages of development, be it growth/vegetation, flowering or fruiting.

Due to its long lasting beneficial effect, compost has no better alternative.

Compost is functional and potent in soil for 3 to 4 years after its application.
Compost Application Instructions for Flower Garden Establishment

Use of compost for Industrial Farming

Increasing yield in industrial farming is mostly dependent on the content of organic matter In soil.

Compost is a slow-release, long-lasting organic fertilizer. By using compost, a farmer is increasing soil productivity for at least 3-4 years.
Use of compost for Industrial Farming

Instructions for using compost as a landscape mulch for trees and shrubs

Applying compost mulch to and around the plant greatly reduces water evaporation from the soil, reduces soil erosion, reduces growth of weeds around the plant and also reduces temperature fluctuations in the soil.

Compost increases organic matter levels in the soil and thus increases soil’s productivity.

During cold seasons compost mulch retains soil heat which in turn protects the root system of a plant, promotes rapid root growth in Spring and prevents soil from drying out in Summer.
Instructions for using compost as a landscape mulch for trees and shrubs
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