Unfortunately, it has become common practice to create mulch 'volcanoes' around trees. It is so common that many people think this is the correct way to mulch a tree. In fact, mulch should not touch the trunk of the tree, as this causes excess moisture to build up on the bark. This presents an ideal situation for insects and disease to thrive. In excavating the excess mulch and soil around the base of this Japanese maple, 4 full wheelbarrows of mulch and soil were removed and the proper depth of soil and mulch- at ground level - was achieved.
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