We're offering you a Decorative Garden Bark 1 or 2 Bags for £12.99, saving you up to 28% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £17.99 (correct as of 01.10.2025).

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Transform Your Garden with Decorative Bark Mulch

• Ideal for Beds & Borders: Apply around shrubs, perennials, and trees to help retain soil moisture, suppress weed growth, and insulate roots year-round.
• Natural Play & Path Surfaces: The 8–35mm bark chips create a cushioned, hard-wearing surface for children’s play areas and garden paths—safe, sustainable, and visually appealing.
• Simple, Effective Application: Spread bark 2–5cm deep over weed control fabric or directly onto soil for a professional finish. Each 80L bag covers up to 1.5m² at 5cm depth.
• Plant-Friendly & Sustainable: Made from high-quality, largely spruce bark—free from additives or chemical treatments—this mulch is perfect for organic gardens and wildlife-friendly spaces.

Care & Maintenance

• When to Apply: Mulch in spring or autumn when soil is moist and weed-free for best results.
• Top Up Annually: Refresh bark each year to maintain weed suppression and visual appeal.
• Plant Compatibility: Suitable for most garden plants, including roses, shrubs, fruit bushes, and ornamental trees.

Design Ideas

• Pair with shade-loving ferns, hostas, or woodland perennials for naturalistic borders.
• Use to edge vegetable plots or fruit beds, helping conserve water and reduce maintenance.
• Combine with gravel or stepping stones for low-maintenance pathways.

FAQs

• When is the best time to apply bark mulch?
  Apply in early spring or autumn when soil is moist and weed-free for maximum benefit.
• How much area does one 80L bag cover?
  One 80L bag covers approximately 1.5m² at a 5cm depth.
• Is the bark safe for pets and children?
  Yes, this bark is completely natural and untreated, making it safe for use in play areas and around pets.