While many think that these are the best way to improve your tree s health it might actually have the opposite impact.
Are rubber tree rings good for trees.
Yes rubber mulch rings are easier to lay than natural mulch.
Having a good number of trees we do not do this treatment to every tree annually.
However the problem isn t with mulch the problem is with the rubber mulch rings that so many people have around their trees.
I have some then planted with a groundcover or some type of non invasive perennial depending on the tree species.
These 100 recycled rubber tree rings help to prevent erosion compaction and fungal growth while conserving moisture.
Remove approximately 1 2 inch of soil where the tree ring will be positioned.
As the rubber breaks down over time the rubber adds toxic contaminants into the soil.
Research shows the rings can slow tree growth turn tree leaves yellow and increase tree mortality.
Too many trees i see with a ring of about 6 removed and the inevitable mulch volcano shudder.
Give your tree beds a well maintained look 365 days a year with a rubberific tree ring.
With weed fabric on one side say goodbye to weeding around your trees for years to come.
Easy to install while providing colour to your garden.
Its rare that i see a tree circle that loos good.
Rubber mulch rings are less effective than natural mulch and can possibly hurt your tree.
Tree rings reduce your garden maintenance.
Made in the usa.
Placed around trees poles swings clothes lines etc these keep down weeds and do not obstruct in the cutting of grass.