Healthier Trees and Shrubs

Sweet Peet® helps trees and shrubs thrive by boosting soil microbial activity. A stronger soil ecosystem fends off a variety of plant diseases and supports long-term growth.

Protection from Acid Rain

Apply Sweet Peet® as mulch around the base of trees and shrubs, spreading 3–4 inches deep across the entire area within the drip line of overhanging branches. Taper the mulch so it does not touch the trunk or shrub stems. Reapply once a year.

• If mounding occurs after several years, remove some of the old mulch before adding a fresh layer.

• Sweet Peet® forms a protective barrier that absorbs acid rain and gently neutralizes it before it reaches the root zone.

Natural Weed Control

Sweet Peet® doesn’t just feed the soil — it also prevents weeds. By smothering weed seeds and creating an inhospitable surface through its unique cation exchange, Sweet Peet® keeps weeds from establishing without harmful chemicals.

Year-Round Benefits

• Winter: Protects roots of young perennials and bulbs from cold damage.

• Summer: Retains soil moisture and limits weed seed germination.

Soil Enrichment and Balance

Unlike synthetic mulches, Sweet Peet® improves the soil as it breaks down:

• Encourages beneficial earthworms and soil organisms.

• Maintains a near-neutral pH, balancing both acidic and alkaline soils.

• Releases locked-up nutrients, making them available to feeder roots.

Healthier, More Vibrant Flower Beds

Keep your flower beds colorful and thriving all season long. With plenty of sun, water, and a layer of Sweet Peet® organic mulch, your perennials and annuals get the steady nourishment they need to look spectacular.

Borders & Perennials

Sweet Peet® nurtures root systems, feeding perennials and border plantings for healthier, more vigorous growth. Because it is already composted and cured, Sweet Peet® is ready to use immediately — no months-long waiting period like traditional compost. That means you can maximize your space and enjoy results right away.

Trees & Shrubs

Landscaping with trees and shrubs not only beautifies your property, it adds long-term value, provides shade, and creates habitats for birds and wildlife. Sweet Peet® supports these plantings by:

• Retaining soil moisture.

• Suppressing weeds naturally.

• Adding organic nutrients for steady growth.

• Enhancing the look of your landscape with its rich, natural color.

Planting tip: When planting new trees or shrubs, mix Sweet Peet® into the soil you use to backfill the hole. This provides a continual source of nutrients while roots establish and ensures a strong, healthy start.

Bountiful Gardens, Naturally

For thriving vegetable gardens and productive fruit trees, Sweet Peet® is the mulch of choice. Its organic composition helps buffer acidic and alkaline soils, keeping them in the gardening “sweet spot” where nutrients are unlocked and available to plants.

Safe for Fruits & Vegetables

Sweet Peet® is made from 100% all-natural, organic ingredients, making it completely safe for edible gardens, orchards, and home landscapes. Its near-neutral pH value works in all soil types, balancing conditions and improving nutrient availability to feeder roots.

Better Produce Through Better Soil

You may wonder: how can a mulch improve fruits and vegetables? The answer lies in Sweet Peet®’s ability to amend soil as it breaks down. By enriching the earth with organic matter and nutrients, it creates a fertile foundation that produces richer soil — and in turn, juicier, more vibrant fruits and vegetables.

Strong, Healthy Fruit Trees

From backyard orchards to nurseries, Sweet Peet® supports strong root systems and steady growth. Whether you’re tending one fruit tree or many, applying Sweet Peet® helps:

• Establish roots in young trees.

• Maintain moisture and suppress weeds.

• Feed soil organisms that keep trees vigorous.

A Gardener’s Story

"A decade ago, when I first began to garden, Sweet Peet® found me. An experienced gardener gave me a sample in a little pail. She said, ‘Try this.’ I scooped up a handful, felt its richness and texture, sniffed its earthy, organic aroma, responded to its deep brown color — and was permanently smitten.

Quite simply, I have never used another product for my mulch. My Hudson River Valley garden has grown over the years to include flowering trees, conifers, perennials, bulbs, fruit and vegetables. Sweet Peet® feeds all my plants, suppresses weeds, and dresses my garden to confirm that Nature is my partner. I buy it by the truckload every spring and feel secure when a great pile is always at the ready. Try Sweet Peet®, like I did. You and your garden will love it.”

— Starr Ockenga, Author, Photographer & Gardener