8 of the Best Shrubs & Plants for New Jersey Mulch Beds [2023]

A beautiful mulch bed can transform the look of your property, adding color, texture, and interest to your outdoor spaces. But creating a stunning and lasting mulch bed is a task that requires planning, and attention to detail. Consulting a landscaper with a personal touch can make all the difference in bringing your home’s gorgeous mulch bed to life.

Every homeowner has unique preferences and requirements when it comes to their landscaping needs. At Hidden Leaf Landscaping we aim to provide a personalized service, tailored to your specific needs, style, and budget.

Our Garden Design service specializes in creating mulch beds that showcase the best shrubs and plants suitable for the New Jersey climate. Here are some that we recommend:

8 Gorgeous Shrubs and Plants for Mulch Beds

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Plant	Description	Zones
Barberry	A colorful and low-maintenance shrub that provides a pop of color in any landscape.	4 – 8
Daylillies	A perennial flower that comes in many colors and produces blooms throughout the summer season.	4 – 11
Mexican Heather	A vibrant, low-growing plant that produces small purple flowers all summer long.	9 – 11
Heuchera	A versatile plant with colorful foliage that provides interest all season long.	4 -9
Sedum	A hardy plant that comes in many varieties, all of which are excellent for groundcover in mulch beds.	3 – 11
Coral Bells	Another plant with colorful foliage that comes in a variety of colors, including pink, purple, and bronze.	4 – 9
Coneflower	Coneflowers (Echichnea) are a popular perennial flower that have recently grown in popularity, partly due to the numerous options of styles & colors. The coneflower produces bright, daisy-like blooms in shades of pink, orange, and purple.	5 – 8
Hosta	A shade-loving perennial that produces large, stunning leaves in a variety of colors and patterns.	3 – 9

Mulch Types, Colors, and Uses

Mulch is an essential element in creating a lasting and gorgeous mulch bed. It helps regulate soil moisture, prevents weed growth, and protects your plants from extreme temperatures. Here are some of the most popular mulch types and colors that we recommend:

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Type of Mulch	Color	Use(s)
Type of Mulch	Color	Use
Wood Chips	Brown	All-Purpose Mulch
Bark Mulch	Brown	All-Purpose Mulch
Rubber	Black, Brown, Red	Playgrounds, Walkways
Gravel	Brown, Tan	Low-Maintenance Areas
Rock	Gray, Cream	Low-Maintenance Areas
Pine Needles	Reddish Brown	Acid-Loving Plants

Creating a Beautiful, Unique Mulch Bed

Hidden Leaf Landscaping –
Providing landscaping with a personal touch to bring your home’s gorgeous mulch bed to life:

At Hidden Leaf Landscaping, we pride ourselves on taking a personalized approach to our landscaping services. Here is how we bring your home’s gorgeous mulch bed to life:

1. Consultation – We begin our process by meeting with you to discuss your landscaping vision and objectives, free of charge.

2. Design – We then create a custom design that incorporates your preferred plants, shrubs, and mulch types.

3. Installation – Our expert landscapers install your mulch bed with meticulous care, ensuring that each plant is in the right location and the mulch layer is consistent and aesthetically pleasing.

4. Maintenance – We can also provide ongoing mulch bed maintenance to ensure that your landscaping investment is well-preserved and continues to look stunning throughout the year.

Choosing a landscaper with a personal touch is the key to creating a stunning and lasting mulch bed that enhances your home’s curb appeal and outdoor spaces. 

At Hidden Leaf Landscaping, we combine expertise, creativity, and personalized service to deliver mulch beds that reflect your style and personality, all while fitting seamlessly into your property’s existing landscape. 

Contact us today to learn more about our landscaping services and how we can help bring your home’s gorgeous mulch bed to life.