Whats the best- Sand vs. Red Mulch?
by Sue Mat Hov
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Like the look of a sandy beach being here in mid central Florida. Bed may look good with sand, but is it the best way to go?
8 answers
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Jayjay
on May 29, 2017
Sand can be used but will require frequent cleaning and raking. Leaves,etc have to be removed frequently. Weeds can be controlled with weed killer. If you don't mind the upkeep can be a beautiful addition to your landscape. Visit Zen or meditation gardens for ideas. -
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Marcie
on May 29, 2017
Lay down black plastic, and the sand is not too much of a problem with weeds. I think sand would look beautiful. I tend to stay away from mulches that have a coloring to them - they're not natural, and they tend to fade, or lose their color. -
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Grandmasue10
on May 29, 2017
Dust and dirt blow onto any ground cover, and those darn weeds find a way to germinate and grow on anything! -
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Alradborn
on May 30, 2017
Florida soil tends to have a lot of sand in soil already, unless you dig it all out. Sand brings no nutrients to the garden. If you have long term plants like the palm I see in the bed, wooded mulch will at least do that. -
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Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA
on May 30, 2017
The palm tree would benefit best from some sort of natural mulch. Then place a border around it to keep contained then use sand for the rest. In the sand portion I would add solar lights and/or a few garden art items or large rocks or boulders. -
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Susan Matejka
on May 30, 2017
I decided to go with the red mulch that I had bought. Looks great.![]()
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Mm221434200
on May 30, 2017
The sand may attract cats looking for a litter box. First put down black garden fabric (plastic will not allow rain to flow and may cause the ground underneath to sour or mold) then use red or black rubber mulch. It may cost a little more but doesn't need to be replaced or stained and it's much easier on your hands. It looks better too. -
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Becky
on Jun 01, 2017
Looks great. I like your decision.
Jayjay
on May 29, 2017
Marcie
on May 29, 2017
Grandmasue10
on May 29, 2017
Alradborn
on May 30, 2017
Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA
on May 30, 2017
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