This is known as myxomycetes or slime mold. These molds live in moist places on decaying wood, leaves or other organic matter retaining abundant moisture. The same type of organism is often seen in the woods on decaying logs. It can be strikingly colorful in yellow, orange or red. It can easily be disposed of by turning it over. This mold is not known to be harmful to plants or animals.

Hardwood "bark" mulch is made from the bark from hardwood trees. Hardwood mulch can be any mulch containing any kind of hardwood. It can be bark and white wood or just the white wood. Colored mulch is a product made from wood materials and dyed to maintain long term color. Cypress mulch is a natural organic mulch derived from Florida. Cypress mulch is slow to decompose and has a tendency to repel insects.

The type of mulch you use depends on your application. First, decide the color and texture of mulch needed for enhancing the landscape design. More coarse mulch does well in large areas and around large trees and on hillsides. A medium to fine mulch works well around shrubs and flowers. Fine mulch is also designed for playground surfacing, jogging trails, dog runs, horse arenas and animal bedding. We will be glad to assist you in choosing the mulch that is appropriate for your application.