Gardening · Tauranga & Western Bay
Mulching and planting in Tauranga
A mulching service in Tauranga that does the whole job, not just drops off a load. We weed the beds, cut a clean edge, then spread fresh bark mulch at the right depth so it keeps weeds down and moisture in through summer. We can plant new shrubs and groundcovers at the same time, so the beds look finished.
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- Fully insured
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- Locally owned
- Regular crew
- Reply in 1 day
- Fixed prices
What's included
What's included in garden bed mulching
We spread it for you. If you only want to buy mulch, a landscape supply yard is the place to go.
- Weeding the beds thoroughly first, roots and all
- Cutting a clean edge where the beds meet the lawn
- Supplying and spreading bark mulch at the right depth
- Keeping mulch clear of stems and the house
- Planting new shrubs, groundcovers or hedging, if you want them
- Watering in new plants and cleaning up
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Prices
Mulching prices in Tauranga
Priced on assessment
Mulching and planting are priced on assessment, with a fixed price agreed before we start.
What changes the price
Bed areaHow many square metres of garden bed need covering.
Mulch type and depthBark, chip or compost, and how deep it goes on.
Weeding firstBeds that need heavy weeding before mulching take longer.
PlantsThe number and size of any new plants.
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Local know-how
Choosing mulch and plants for Tauranga gardens
When to mulch. Late spring, before the summer dry, is the best time: the soil is still moist and the mulch locks it in. Autumn, after the first good rain, is the next best. Mulching dry soil in February just keeps it dry.
How deep. About 75 mm of bark mulch keeps most weeds down and holds moisture. Less than that and weeds push through; much more and it can rot plant stems and attract slaters.
Coastal sections. On the Mount and in Pāpāmoa, light fine mulch blows away in the first nor'easter. Chunkier bark nuggets stay put. For plants, tough natives like coprosma, flax, pōhuehue and hebe handle salt wind and sandy soil far better than soft exotics.
Inland sections. Heavier soils in places like Bethlehem and Pyes Pā hold water well, so you have more choice. Mulch still pays off there, because a well-mulched bed needs far less weeding.
How it works
How our mulching and planting service works
Send photos of the beds and roughly how big they are.
Choose mulch and plants
We'll suggest options that suit your spot, or plant what you've already bought.
Fixed price before we start.
We weed, edge, plant and mulch, usually in one visit, then text you when it's done.
Why Lawn Squad
Why Tauranga homeowners choose Lawn Squad
Weeded firstSo the mulch doesn't just bury the problem.
The right depth: thick enough to work, not so thick it rots plant stems.
Mulch and plants in one visit
Fixed priceBefore we start.
We reply within one working dayFree quotes, no obligation
Reviews
What Tauranga customers say
Great lawn mowing service! Very professional, friendly and reliable. The lawn was done really well and everything was left neat and tidy. Highly recommend Lawn Squad
Payal T.Google reviewVery happy with the service the lawn was perfect mowed, the hedges were trimmed beautifully and everything was cleaned up afterwards. Great work 👍
Annapurna EnterprisesGoogle reviewBeen using LawnSquad for a few months — they’re friendly, on time, and my lawn looks great after each visit. Really happy with the service.
Dipak T.Google review
Service areas
Areas we cover
We mulch and plant gardens across Tauranga, including Pāpāmoa, Mount Maunganui, Bethlehem, Ōtūmoetai, Welcome Bay and Pyes Pā, plus Ōmokoroa and Te Puna. See every area we serve
Tauranga City
- Pāpāmoa
- Mount Maunganui
- Bethlehem
- Welcome Bay
- Pyes Pā & The Lakes
- Ōtūmoetai & Matua
- Tauriko
- Greerton
- Ohauiti
Western Bay of Plenty
- Ōmokoroa
- Te Puna
FAQs
Mulching and planting FAQs
How deep should mulch be?
About 75 mm for bark mulch. Keep it a hand's width away from plant stems and the house.
How often should mulch be topped up?
Once a year for most gardens, usually in spring. Bark breaks down over time and feeds the soil as it goes.
Bark or compost?
Bark for weed control and a tidy look. Compost for feeding the soil in vegetable gardens and new beds. Many gardens do best with compost dug in and bark on top.
Do you supply plants?
Yes, or we'll plant ones you've bought.
When's the best time to plant?
Autumn is best in Tauranga: the soil is warm and the rain is coming. Spring is next best. Summer planting needs a lot of watering.
Does mulch stop weeds?
It stops most new weeds from seeding and makes the rest easier to pull, as long as it's deep enough and the bed is weeded before it goes on. Weeds with deep roots, like convolvulus, can still push through and need pulling or spot-spraying.
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Send photos of your beds and roughly how big they are. You'll have a fixed price within one working day.
Call 0800 634 245Monday – Friday 7:30am – 5:30pm · Saturday 8:00am – 1:00pm
- 5.0 on Google
- Fully insured
- No contracts
- Fixed price before we start