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Shredded Bark
Shredded bark can be used in a number of applications around
the garden. Shredded red cedar and redwood bark can be used to define pathways
and can be spread over planting beds to give them a finished look. Shredded
redwood or shredded cedar bark looks particularly
around plants that enjoy shade areas. When spread over an area it can help conserve soil moisture by
stopping the water from evaporating. It also acts as an insulator to keep roots
warm in winter and cool in summer. Shredded red cedar and redwood bark
interlocks, which helps it stay in place on paths, slopes and in windy
applications. Shredded bark can be used to eliminate weeds particularly when it is used in
conjunction with a landscaping fabric.
Used for
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Giving a finished look to areas, especially around ferns and other shade
loving plants
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Defining pathways
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Suppressing weed growth
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Insulating roots from extremes of temperature
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Conserving soil moisture
Availability
Shredded red cedar and shredded redwood bark are available in three cubic
feet (3 ft³)
size bags.
Coverage
The following coverage table will help you determine how much shredded bark you will
need in your application.
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One bag (3 ft³ size) of Shredded Bark will
cover |
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72 ft² (9'*8')
at a thickness of 1/2" |
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36 ft²
(6'*6') at a thickness of 1" |
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18 ft²
(6'*3') at a thickness of 2" |
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12 ft²
(6'*2') at a thickness of 3" |
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9 ft²
(3'*3') at a thickness of 4" |
Additional items
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Gardening Gloves. Don't forget to wear your gardening gloves, when
handling shredded bark.
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Landscaping Fabric. If you are using shredded bark on pathways, you
may want to put down a landscape fabric under the bark to help eliminate
weeds.
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