How Do You Make Cocoa Bean Mulch?
Cocoa bean mulch is made up of the shell of the cocoa bean, which is removed during the roasting process. It can be used in many types of gardens from annuals, perennials, trees and some vegetables. Making your own cocoa bean mulch starts with understanding the pluses and minuses of using it in your garden. Enjoy the aroma of cocoa bean mulch, but only if you really like chocolate. Some have reported the scent to be wonderful, while others found it to be overpowering. The scent typically lasts a few weeks. Know that cocoa bean mulch is provides nutrients beneficial to the soil and provides insulation to roots in winter and summer. The sun also doesn’t cause cocoa bean mulch to fade in color. It actually darkens with age. Plan to water the mulch after spreading it. Cocoa bean mulch is very light, but watering it will cause it to curl and interlock with other pieces. This will prevent it from blowing away. Prevent mold in cocoa bean mulch by spreading just a thin layer. If you like a thi
