Can You Mix Mulches?

Mixing different mulch types is an effective method for growing a healthy garden. Straw mulch, leaves, and paper mulch have organic properties to help a garden thrive. ... Grass clippings and pine needles are also useful.

Can you mix mulch colors?

Mulch pieces are small enough that it can be mixed without being too obvious or chunky. And if you wanted it to be blacker or browner, you can just increase or decrease your ratios. For instance, for a blacker mix, you could do 1 bag of black to 2 bags of brown.

What should I put down before mulching?

Dig the mulch into the soil to allow it to complete its decomposition, then apply a new layer over the old one. For added weed control, putting down two to three layers of newspaper under the mulch will control and eliminate weeds. Make sure to punch holes on the newspaper and wet it before covering with mulch.