Rock Mulch vs Wood Mulch: Which Wins? | Daisy's Mulch feeds your soil as it breaks down, but needs topping up every every year or two. Rock never breaks down and barely needs touching once it's down, but it won't do a thing for your soil, and it ho... Mulch Pebbles 15 Sept 2026
Mulch vs Compost: What's Actually the Difference? Mulch sits on top of your soil. Compost gets worked into it. Mulch's job is to protect and insulate; compost's job is to feed. Most Melbourne, Geelong and Surf Coast gardens do best with both, not one... Mulch Soil & Compost 9 Sept 2026
How Long Does Mulch Last? | A Daisy's Blog Most organic mulch lasts 1–2 years before it needs topping up. Inorganic mulch likegravel, stones and rubber lasts indefinitely but may need occasional cleaning. The exact timeframe depends on the typ... Mulch 17 June 2026
What Mulch is Best for Native Plants? | A Daisy's Blog What Mulch is Best for Natives? The best mulch for native plants in Australia is tree mulch or eucalyptus (eucey) mulch. Both replicate the natural forest floor, suppress weeds, retain soil moisture, ... Mulch 17 June 2026
What is Mulch? Types, Benefits and How to Use It Look, nobody's out here getting excited about mulch. It's not glamorous. It's not a statement piece. But neither is sunscreen, and you'd be cooked without it. Mulch is the unsung legend of the garden,... Mulch 13 May 2026
What is the Best Mulch? | Daisy's Blog What is the best Mulch? Mulch is a layer of material applied to the surface of soil in gardens and landscapes, often made from organic substances like compost or bark. It provides numerous benefits, s... Mulch 18 Apr 2024
Is Pine Bark Mulch Good? | A Daisy's Guide Pine Bark Mulch is a premium gardening and landscaping product known for its graded size and distinctive brown to reddish-brown colour. The benefits of pine bark mulch are significant, including boost... Mulch 10 Apr 2024
What Is Mulching and How to Do It? Understanding the Process of Mulching Mulching, a crucial gardening practice, involves covering the soil with a layer of material, typically organic, such as bark, wood chips, leaves, or other plant-b... Mulch 28 Feb 2024
Mulch Benefits: A Garden's Secret Weapon Mulching is an essential gardening practice that offers numerous benefits to both the soil and the plants. Choosing the right type of mulch can make all the difference. Let's delve into the various ty... Mulch 29 Oct 2023
Eucalyptus Mulch Pros and Cons What is Eucalyptus Mulch? Eucalyptus mulch is derived from the Eucalyptus tree, primarily Eucalyptus globulus, which is native to southeast Australia. This organic mulch is known for its natural, eart... Mulch 25 Sept 2023