Pots mulching is a very important practice, expecially in the outdoor nursering of trees and shrubs. A layer of mulching protects the exposed surface of the substrate preventing the germination of weed seeds. The seeds carried by the wind do not come in touch with the substrate and are deprived of any conditions necessary for germination. This means into a significant saving in labor for weeding. However, the mulching layer also offers other functions, including the reduction of evapotranspiration phenomena, i.e. water loss. This action is very important especially for the Mediterranean nursery industry which is faced with ever decreasing water availability due to climate change. The mulch layer dries quickly and is repellent to moss and soil insects. Last but not least, there is also a decorative function. Sun Mulch is a line of specific vegetal mulch products derived from hemp (Agro Canapa) and flax crops (Agro Flax).
The products are suitable for any crop and pot size.
After the first irrigation they compact and resist the action of the wind. Degradation is very slow and a single application at the time of potting is adequate. The products are also suitable for distribution with mechanical dispensers.