Let’s get real—winter in Samford isn’t exactly Arctic, but it does sneak in with chilly mornings, frosty paddocks, and that slightly-too-early sunset that makes you question your life choices by 5:15pm. It’s also the season when your garden either thrives quietly under the surface or packs it in entirely, depending on how well you’ve mulched.
If you haven’t tried forest mulch, let us gently yell at you through this article: You are missing out.
Why Forest Mulch is Your Winter Wingman
You know those thick, rich, earthy-smelling piles of bark and woodchip that make it look like a rainforest exploded in the best way? That’s forest mulch. It’s the good stuff. Not the dyed, fake-looking stuff you’ll find bagged up in big chain stores—this is the real, chunky, unprocessed love-your-soil type of mulch.
And why do you want it now, during winter? Because while everything above ground might slow down, the soil underneath is still breathing, feeding, and doing its thing. Wrapping your garden beds in forest mulch helps lock in that moisture (yes, even in winter), protect roots from overnight chills, and stop weeds from throwing a party while you’re not looking.
Samford’s Secret Weapon
If you’re lucky enough to live in Samford, you’ve probably already got a wild garden bursting with natives, edibles, or both. The red soils around here are hungry. Feed them with the forest mulch they deserve. We’re talking bulk loads that get dumped with a satisfying thump, not tiny overpriced bags you carry like firewood.
Honestly, using forest mulch feels like your garden just got a hug from Mother Nature herself—plus, it smells incredible.
A Completely Unnecessary But Hopefully Useful FAQ
Q: Will forest mulch attract bugs or termites?
A: Not the ones you’re thinking of. Forest mulch brings in all the good guys—beetles, worms, and microorganisms that break it down and feed your soil. As for termites? Keep it away from the house, and you’re golden.
How to Use It Without Wrecking Your Back
You don’t need to be a landscape guru. Just spread it 5–10 cm thick around your plants (but not up against the stems). Trees, veggie patches, ornamentals—they all benefit. And if you’ve got a lawn, consider creating curved, mulched beds around the edges. It’ll look schmick and save on mowing.
Final Word From the Mulch Whisperers
Forest mulch isn’t just ground cover—it’s ground love. Give your Samford garden the winter treatment it deserves. Your plants will thank you. Probably silently. But still.
