"Mulch volcanoes form when mulch is piled high against the tree trunk, causing serious problems like moisture retention and root issues. Mulch volcanoes damage trees by creating ideal conditions for fungal pathogens, diseases, and stem girdling roots, particularly affecting young trees. While young trees can be saved if caught early, mature trees may face irreversible consequences from mulch volcano damage."
"While young trees can be saved if caught early, mature trees may face irreversible consequences from mulch volcano damage. Damaged or dying trees impact curb appeal and can pose safety risks, liability concerns, and affect property value, especially when selling a home. The solution to prevent mulch volcano damage is to spread mulch properly around the tree while leaving a gap around the base of the trunk to protect"
Mulch is commonly used to retain soil moisture, suppress weeds, and add nutrients around trees. Piling mulch against the trunk creates mulch volcanoes that trap moisture against bark and encourage fungal pathogens, decay, stem girdling roots, and root problems. Young trees may recover if excessive mulch is removed early, but mature trees risk irreversible damage. Damaged or dying trees reduce curb appeal, create safety and liability hazards, and can negatively affect property value. Proper practice is to apply a shallow mulch layer and maintain a clear, mulch-free zone around the tree trunk base.
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