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7 Easy Ways to Save Water in Your Garden During Perth's Warmer Months
Keep your garden thriving, reduce water waste and give your plants the best chance of surviving the summer heat! We all know Perth summers can be brutal! Between scorching temperatures, long dry spells and very little rainfall, keeping your garden looking healthy can feel like a full-time job. And when the temperatures start climbing, so can your water bills! But here's the good news: keeping your garden green doesn't have to mean using endless amounts of water. With a few sm
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THREE NEW PRODUCTS HAVE LANDED AT MURRAY RIVER MULCH! 🌱
More variety, more possibilities, and even more ways to transform your outdoor spaces! We've been busy behind the scenes at Murray River Mulch, and we're excited to announce that THREE brand new products have officially joined our growing range of landscaping supplies! Whether you're refreshing your garden, improving your soil, or creating a safer outdoor play area, we've got something new for you. Introducing our latest new products: 🌲 Soft Fall Pine Chip Mulch 🪵 Hardwood
Oct 145 min read


5 Budget-Friendly Backyard Makeovers That Don't Require a Landscaper
Discover 5 budget-friendly backyard makeover ideas for Perth homes! From fresh Murray River Mulch deliveries and DIY fire pits to living walls, fruit trees and easy-care gardens. Murray River Mulch has your next Garden DIY waiting for you!
Oct 118 min read


What Does AS 4454 Certified Mulch Mean? The Murray River Mulch Guide
If you’ve been shopping around for mulch, you may have seen the term “AS 4454 certified” and wondered what it actually means — and whether it really matters when choosing mulch for your garden. The short answer? It matters. AS 4454 is the Australian Standard for composts, soil conditioners and mulches. It sets minimum requirements around the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of these products, helping provide customers with confidence about the mulch they’re p
Oct 54 min read


How to Protect Your Garden From the Perth Summer Heat with Murray River Mulch
If you’ve lived through a Perth summer, you already know our gardens can have a pretty rough time. Long stretches of hot weather, intense afternoon sun, dry soil and those inevitable 40°C days can quickly take their toll on lawns, garden beds and plants. Even a garden that looks healthy heading into summer can begin struggling once the serious heat arrives. The good news? Preparing your garden before summer hits can make a huge difference. Now is the time to check your irriga
Sep 235 min read


Do I Need Topsoil Before Laying New Lawn? Perth Lawn Preparation Guide
Laying new lawn in Perth? Learn whether you need topsoil, how much to order and how to prepare your ground before laying turf. Read Murray River Mulch's guide to Topsoil in Perth today.
Sep 165 min read


Do You Need to Remove Weeds Before Laying Mulch?
Do you need to remove weeds before laying mulch? Learn how to prepare your garden, suppress weeds and choose the right mulch for your Perth garden. Order Now at Murray River Mulch
Sep 96 min read


Bulk Mulch, Soil & Sand Delivery in Perth: Everything You Need to Know Before Your Delivery
Ordering bulk mulch, soil or sand in Perth? Learn how to prepare for your Murray River Mulch delivery, including truck access, tipping areas, driveways and safety.
Sep 27 min read


Landscaping Supplies Perth: More Than Just Mulch!
If you’re looking for landscaping supplies in Perth, there’s a good chance Murray River Mulch can help — even if the product you need isn’t currently listed on our website.
At Murray River Mulch, we supply much more than mulch. From our yard in Oldbury, Western Australia, we can source a wide range of mulch, soil, sand, aggregates and landscaping materials for residential, commercial and larger landscaping projects throughout the Perth region.
Aug 266 min read


How Much Mulch Do I Need? Mulch Calculator & Cubic Metre Guide
If you're planning to mulch your garden, one of the first questions you're probably asking is: How much mulch do I need? Working out how many cubic metres of mulch to order can seem confusing, especially if you've never purchased landscaping materials in bulk before. But once you know the size of your garden and the depth you want your mulch, the calculation is surprisingly simple. In this guide, Murray River Mulch explains how to calculate mulch quantities in cubic metres, h
Aug 198 min read


We Listened: Why We’ve Changed Our Pricing (And Why It’s Better for You!)
At Murray River Mulch, we’ve always believed that buying mulch should be simple. No hidden surprises. No confusing pricing. No headaches. When we launched our new website, one of our biggest goals was to make ordering premium mulch online as easy as ordering a pizza. We introduced upfront pricing, online ordering, delivery zones and a simple checkout process because we wanted to remove the hassle from buying landscaping supplies. But after speaking with many of you over the p
Aug 73 min read


The Best Time of Year to Mulch in WA (Hint: It's Probably Sooner Than You Think!)
Mulch works all year round, but timing it right can make all the difference for a healthier, stronger and better looking garden.
Aug 54 min read


The Biggest Mulching Mistakes We See (And How to Avoid Them)
At Murray River Mulch, we've delivered mulch to thousands of gardens across Perth, and we've seen just about every landscaping mistake imaginable. The good news? Most of them are easy to avoid with a little know-how. If you're investing time and money into your garden, here are the biggest mulching mistakes we see—and how to make sure your mulch works for you, not against you. Mistake 1. Not Using Enough Mulch This is by far the most common mistake. Many people spread mulch s
Jul 294 min read


Which Mulch Is Right for Your Garden? A Complete Comparison Guide to Murray River Mulch’s Range
Choosing the right mulch isn’t just about colour or price—it’s about selecting a product that suits your garden, your budget, and the long-term results you’re trying to achieve. Whether you’re a homeowner refreshing your garden beds, a landscaper creating a premium display, or a commercial contractor covering large areas, Murray River Mulch has a product designed for the job. One thing every product in our range has in common is quality. Every mulch we supply is AS4454 certif
Jul 273 min read
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