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Pellet Grilling

Posted on June 27, 2019 by Bark Unlimited

Pellet Grilling Isn’t a Fad, It’s the Future — Here’s Why JUNE 26, 2019 HOME By WILL PRICE Photo by CHANDLER BONDURANT It used to be that pellet grilling was for nerds. Invented in the ’80s by a guy who owned a heating company in Oregon, … Continue reading →

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How to Mulch Trees?

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Bark Unlimited

Bark Mulching Conserves Water!! One of the best ways to conserve water in the garden in the New England Climate (and other climates) is through the use of bark mulch. Bark Mulch is a layer of organic or inorganic material … Continue reading →

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Advantages of Wood Pellets

Posted on August 19, 2013 by Bark Unlimited

WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF USING PELLET FUEL? Wood pellets are: Efficient | Wood pellets are an efficient source of heat because they contain very low levels of moisture and ash, when compared to woodchips or cordwood. Virtually all of … Continue reading →

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Glossary of Terms related to Wood Pellets

Posted on August 19, 2013 by Bark Unlimited

Glossary of Terms Related to Wood Pellets If you’ve wondered what some of the terms associated with wood pellets mean, this guide offers handy explanations. Ash content: The amount of ash produced during combustion relative to the amount of fuel … Continue reading →

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Interview on NECN

Posted on March 17, 2014 by Bark Unlimited

Spring is less than a week away but the weather definitely doesn’t feel that way! Check out Jeff talking about Wood Pellets! Click the link below to watch the interview! Interview on NECN

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How to Achieve Optimum Mulch Depth in your Garden Bed

Posted on April 16, 2019 by Bark Unlimited

Spreading bark mulch is a good gardening habit because it inhibits weed growth, holds moisture in the soil, moderates the soils temperature, and in cold winters it protects plant roots, but too much or too little could have negative effects. … Continue reading →

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Practical tips to keep cats from using your bark mulch as a litter box

Posted on May 19, 2015 by Bark Unlimited

The concern over how to deter cats from using your beautifully mulched garden as a litter box is quite understandable and has nothing to do with whether you actually like cats or for that matter whether the cat is yours … Continue reading →

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Using mulch in your vegetable garden

Posted on June 8, 2018 by Bark Unlimited

The benefits of mulch aren’t limited to blocking weeds and retaining heat and moisture. A 2011 report (1) from Texas A&M University report mulching a vegetable garden can allow one to grow 50% more vegetables. The rows can be spaced … Continue reading →

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How to kill a tree with mulch

Posted on August 6, 2018 by Bark Unlimited

Mulching does a lot of great things for trees, gardens and landscapes in general. It retains moisture, blocks the growth of weeds, controls erosion and keeps soil temperatures stable. However, there can be too much of a good thing … Continue reading →

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Fall tips for mulching

Posted on September 7, 2018 by Bark Unlimited

Autumn may feel like a winding-down time for gardeners, as plants begin to go dormant or enter the final stages of their life cycle. It may look like most of the work is done for the year However, there are … Continue reading →

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