Thatcher’s Mulch – A Natural Straw Pellet Mulch

We’re excited to introduce our new mulch—Thatcher’s Mulch! Made from straw pellets sourced from a local organic farm, this mulch is completely chemical-free and perfect for sustainable gardeners.

We’ll be using Thatcher’s Mulch primarily on our soft fruit beds as a natural weed suppressant and moisture-retaining layer. With the threat of another drought this summer, it’s a simple way to reduce competition from weeds and improve soil resilience. Plus, it forms a beautiful golden layer across the beds while slowly breaking down to enrich the soil.

Before applying the mulch, we’ll first add Plant Power Pellets to give our fruit crops an extra boost of nutrients throughout the season. Over winter, the mulch will naturally degrade, building organic matter and feeding the soil.

Thatcher’s Mulch is ideal for small strawberry beds—it helps keep fruit off the soil, reduces slug damage, and minimises waste from mouldy strawberries. It’s also incredibly easy to use:

1. Clear the area of weeds and debris.

2. Apply the pellets evenly.

3. Add water so they expand.

4. Spread to a 3cm layer for best results.

We can’t wait to launch Thatcher’s Mulch and see the benefits it brings to our farm and gardens alike! Stay tuned for the official release.