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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


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
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