When to schedule cleanups and mulch in Richboro, and how deep mulch should be
Spring cleanup
Spring cleanup usually happens in March or April. It clears winter debris, cuts back dead perennials and grasses, and edges beds before mulch goes down.
Mulch: how much is enough
About 2 to 3 inches of mulch is usually enough. More is not better. Deep mulch can hold too much water and smother roots.
Keep mulch pulled back from tree trunks and shrub stems. 'Volcano' mounds around trees can cause rot. If old mulch is still thick, remove some or just top up.
Fall cleanup with big trees
Yards with mature oaks and maples can drop leaves over many weeks. Many homeowners book a mid-season visit and a final visit after most leaves fall.
What changes the price
- Number and size of beds.
- Mulch type and amount.
- Amount of leaves and debris.
- How debris is hauled away.
Bed prep before mulch
Mulch looks best and works best on a clean bed. That means pulling weeds, cutting a fresh edge with a spade, and raking out old leaves first. Skipping this step can trap weeds under the new layer, where they push through again in a few weeks.