Strulch organic garden mulch
Strulch has a neutral pH and can be used throughout the garden on borders, raised beds, around cultivated fruit and on vegetable plots.
- Spend less time weeding as Strulch reduces weed growth by up to 95%.
- Save water as Strulch helps retain moisture around plants
- Improve your soil as Strulch enriches soil and its structure
- Use all around the garden as Strulch is suitable for use around flowers,shrubs, fruit and vegetables.
- Save time and money as Strulch, the mineralised straw garden mulch, lasts up to two years, spreading the cost, saving water and fertiliser, making your plants grow healthier and stronger and giving you more time to relax.
- 100 litre bag will cover approx 3 square metres.
Please note: As a precaution please use gloves when handling. The packed product may contain traces of iron which will be absorbed by the straw after spreading. Keep away from sources of ignition when dry.
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