Gardeners everywhere are quickly discovering the many added benefits of using cocoa shell mulch over other ground covers. It's 100% organic. And unlike wood based ground covers which remove nitrogen from the soil as they breakdown, cocoa shell mulch becomes nutrient rich humus which improves soil structure and its ability to retain moisture. VitaSoil Cocoa Shell Mulch contains approximately 2.5% Nitrogen, 1% Phosphate and 3% Potash.
They are a by-product of chocolate manufacturing. During roasting shells come off and are separated from the bean by strong air action ensuring they are dry and weed free.
Cocoa shells are much smaller than bark and other wood chips, giving gardens a softer and more natural look as they fill them with a wonderful aroma.
Retains moisture and retards weeds
They contain a natural gum that is activated when watered bonding cocoa shells into a loosely knit porous mat. This enables cocoa shell mulch to do a better job of slowing soil moisture loss through evaporation and retarding weed growth. The texture of cocoa shells also deters slugs and snails to help prevent plant damage.
VitaSoil Cocoa Shell Mulch is lightweight and easy to use. Spread a 2" layer on the ground, water and in moments your garden will be filled with a wonderful chocolate aroma. As cocoa shells age they turn a deep, rich brown creating a dramatic background for all your plants.
Use it in container gardens
Cocoa shell mulch also makes a wonderful top dressing for container gardens and potted plants especially those in clay pots. Since clay unlike plastic breathes allowing moisture to escape, cocoa shells will help retain moisture so you'll have to water less frequently.
VitaSoil Cocoa Shell Mulch is the natural way to healthier and more attractive gardens.
