How Is Black Mulch Made? Black mulch receives its color from carbon dust. Once vendors combine the carbon dust with water, they can spray the solution over the mulch to bring about that rich dark color. Fundamentally, carbon dust is coal that has been ground as finely as possible.

Earthgro® by Scotts® Black Mulch has been certified by the Mulch and Soil Council.

The dyes used in coloring wood mulch are primarily of two types: carbon-based dyes and iron oxide based dyes. Iron oxide, the most commonly used dye, is simply a compound of iron and oxygen. As the compound oxidizes, iron is released to the soil but is not considered to be toxic.

The typical dyes used for colouring mulch are iron oxide-based and carbon-based. Iron oxide, used to produce red mulch, is commonly known as rust, and is used extensively in paints, cosmetics, and even used to dye flowers. Carbon, used to produce black mulch, is an element often used for ink or paint.

Description. Our Natural Black Dyed mulch is made from all-natural hardwood logs and wood chips. We process this material two times through our tub grinder, then use a no toxic dye to enhance the color of the mulch too black.

Description A color enhanced pure shredded bark. It maintains its rich color longer than other black mulches on the market because Organic Black Bark contains no recycled wood. It improves the soil by adding nutrients. The Ultimate Mulch! Please note: Mulch is primarily wood.

Both Scotts® Nature Scapes® Color Enhanced Mulch and Scotts® Nature Scapes® Triple Shred Mulch are made from natural recovered forest materials, not ground-up pallets or construction debris. These two premium mulches, available in black, brown, and red, also provide you with rich color that lasts up to a year.

Made from forest products, Earthgro Mulch helps conserve soil moisture, moderate soil temperature and prevent weeds naturally by blocking growth and access to sunlight when applied at a 3-in. depth. For longest color, keep mulch dry for 24 hours after application.

What are the best choices for mulch? The best option for mulching your landscape will depend on your preferences, budget, availability, plants, and more. But, generally, using organic mulch made from wood chips or bark will be the best choice.

Which Mulch is Best? 3 Types

1. Red Mulch. Red mulch is an ideal solution if your home, plants, and landscape feature lighter colors, as there is a better contrast.
2. Brown Mulch. Brown mulch is a neutral choice that many homeowners opt for.
3. Black Mulch. Modern and stylish, black mulch can easily help you to make a statement.

Black Mulch But, since black attracts and retains sunlight and heat, this mulch cannot be used in areas with delicate plants. In cooler regions of the country, black mulch works well, but hot climates don't pair as well with black mulch, as it can affect plant growth.

Plastic mulch can be used effectively to modify soil temperature. Black or clear mulches intercept sunlight, which warms the soil. White or aluminum mulch reflects the sun's heat and keeps the soil cooler.

A wood chip mulch that has been dyed with an oil-based black or charcoal colorant created from natural materials. This colorant used is non-toxic, pet-friendly, and has been determined after investigations that it is not harmful to the body, plants, or environment.

Made from forest products, Earthgro Mulch helps conserve soil moisture, moderate soil temperature and prevent weeds naturally by blocking growth and access to sunlight when applied at a 3-in. depth. For longest color, keep mulch dry for 24 hours after application.

Check the back of the bag to see how many inches of mulch is ideal, then apply the mulch to the area and spread it with a garden rake to even it out. Make sure to leave a few inches of space between the mulch and the bases of trees, shrubs, and other plants.

Organic mulches decompose over time, improving soil structure and quality, and returning nutrients to the soil. Inorganic mulches are generally used to create barriers to weeds. They are also used for decorative purposes. Inorganic mulch, such as rocks or gravel, does not readily decompose.