A thriving, colorful garden is a wonderful addition to any property. Avid gardeners know that products like mulch and wood shavings have many uses, from regulating soil temperature to protecting plants’ root systems. South and Central Florida’s farmers and gardening enthusiasts count on the wood processing experts at GI Shavings for high-quality wood chips and sawdust. The wood products this Hallandale-based company offers can be used for a wide range of purposes, from animal bedding to helping your garden grow. GI Shavings serves Palm Beach County, Broward County, and Miami-Dade County, so customers will receive fast shipping or delivery of their preferred wood products.

Sawdust is a cost-effective way to protect plants and promote healthier growth over time. When mixed with a nitrogen supplement and manure-based fertilizer, sawdust is an excellent mulch for acid-loving plants such as blueberries, strawberries, asparagus, rhododendrons, and evergreens.

When used as mulch, sawdust has a tendency to compact as it decomposes, so the surface layer will need to be raked and re-fluffed to restore its appearance. However, the decomposing layers of sawdust have long-term benefits for your garden. Since sawdust is made from natural wood, it releases organic compounds during the slow decomposition process. These compounds enhance your soil’s nutrient content, resulting in healthier plant growth for many seasons.

If you have footpaths winding through your garden, you may also want to consider using sawdust to cover the walking surface. Not only is sawdust more comfortable to walk on than crushed rock or gravel, the softer surface makes it easier to push a wheelbarrow or pull a wagon. As the sawdust decomposes, you can add it to your garden so your plants and soil can benefit from the wood’s nutrients.

Contact GI Shavings today to learn more about how they process wood to make their useful and versatile products. Call (954) 541-9957 to discover which products will work best for your property’s needs.