Maintenance Guides / Lawn & Outdoor

Refresh mulch in garden beds

Difficulty: easyTime: 90 minsEst. Cost: $40 - $120

Why it matters

Fresh 2-3 inch layer of mulch retains soil moisture, suppresses weeds, and regulates soil temperature.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Measure total garden bed area to calculate mulch volume needed.

  • 2

    Remove old, compacted mulch from beds.

  • 3

    Loosen existing soil and remove any embedded weeds.

  • 4

    Spread new mulch evenly to 2-3 inches depth across bed.

  • 5

    Create 2-3 inch bare ring around tree trunks and plant stems.

  • 6

    Edge beds to prevent mulch from spilling into lawn.

  • 7

    Water lightly after application to settle mulch.