I was so excited to finally get black mulch for my beds and adding some curb appeal. Unfortunately within 24 hours it was no longer black and was fading to brown. I was disappointed to say the least. As the week went on it is now a dull grayish color with brownish areas of mulch. Out of 13 bags there were 3 large pieces of metal, it looks like a cap of some kind. Regardless I am glad that it was visible and we found it instead of the bottom of the kids feet. I have photos of the mulch on day one and day 2 and 3. Lowes was very intrigued by this and suggest I contact the company.

I've read lots about people saying that their mulch faded, we get a full year in Florida sun with this mulch. As for comments stating that the bags should be marked about rain or watering within the first 24/48 hours after application, it is! The only thing not listed is pet safety, wish it was, had to look it up.

Can't understand all the bad reviews. This is my favorite mulch. The color lasts longer on this brand than other brands I have used. They look gray and Scotts is black. The size is perfect and I didn't notice any debris. I always watch for it to go on sale. I think it is great mulch.

Have bought this brand mulch for several years and suddenly the quality is terrible. As mentioned in other reviews there are very large chunks of wood and misc plastic like debris in the mulch. It also has the white stuff on the mulch ? Is this mold? What a disappointment

Not a review but a Question I have always used Scott's Products for the quality, recently I decided to plant a small plot with peaches and plums , get home with Scott's natural scapes dark brown mulch and now some people are telling me It will kill my fruit trees or anything I put it around because it has some kind of chemical Not safe for any of my landscape is this true ? Always just used the regular mulch and wanted To give it some Color.

Black mulch is a favourite of mine, makes the colour of plants stand out