Decorating your garden is something that a lot of people try and do but sometimes it can get expensive.
Plants aren't too expensive but if you have to buy a range of different colours and shades, you can end up with a rather large bill - not to mention the hard work to keep your garden in flower.
However, bark is a great way to add a bit of style to your garden and it provides a low maintenance way to keep your garden in check.
A lot of people love to have a low maintenance garden because, let's face it, not all of us have the time to spend the weekends gardening.
Low maintenance options such as gravel and patios can sometimes be a bit boring.
However, bark is a great way to add a bit of texture and difference to your garden without adding jobs to your to do list each week.
Bark mulch is regularly used in parks and play areas and it's very durable and hard wearing.
It's unlikely to need any care or attention for years and this is one of the main reasons that it's so popular in gardens.
Another benefit of using bark is that it adds a bit of depth to your garden.
For example, bark is a great thing to use to cover borders that you don't want to use.
You could simply cover the borders with mulch and then use pot plants as a way to add colour rather than planting in the garden itself.
This makes for a much more low maintenance garden without compromising the colours and style.
Most of the time, you can find bark and mulch in the large garden stores such as Homebase and B&Q but don't forget to look online.
Buying online does have its benefits and it can mean that you don't have to worry about transporting it from shop to your home; you can simply wait for it to be delivered.
Having a low maintenance garden is very important if you work full time but don't feel like you need to compromise on style because of this.
Bark mulch is a great way to ensure that your garden has some depth and style, without adding a list of jobs to your to do list each weekend!