Spring Growth Brings… Weeds
In spring, weeds grow faster in New Zealand gardens than seedlings do. They steal water, nutrients, and sunlight, which slows down plant growth.
The most effective natural solution is the Wool.Life NZ made wool mulch mat. It suppresses weeds, stabilises soil, and helps seedlings thrive, without using plastic or chemicals.
Prepare the Ground First
Mulch mats work best when the ground is properly prepared.
- Remove weeds first – if you leave them in the soil, they’ll continue competing with your plants.
- Reduce the seed bank – untreated soil holds thousands of dormant weed seeds ready to sprout in spring warmth.
- Loosen and water the soil – this gives roots the best start before you lay the mat.
Pro Grower Insight: In regions like Hawke’s Bay or Waikato, where soils are fertile but weed pressure is high, preparation is essential. A clean seed bed + wool mulch mat = better weed control.
Natural Weed Barrier, Healthy Soil
Wool mulch mats block light so weeds can’t germinate, while still letting air and water through. Unlike plastic mats, they:
- Breathe, preventing soil rot.
- Biodegrade, feeding the soil naturally.
- Come from both recycled and non-recycled NZ wool
This makes Wool.Life mats the preferred natural alternative to plastic weed mats in NZ gardens.
Extra Benefits for Spring Planting
- Moisture retention – wool holds up to 30% of its weight in water.
- Soil warmth – insulates roots against cold nights, especially in cooler spring regions like parts of the South Island and Canterbury gardens.
- Low maintenance – less time pulling weeds, more time growing food and flowers.
Why Gardeners Choose Wool.Life
- NZ-made – supporting local wool and manufacturing.
- Sustainable & recyclable – fully biodegradable, eco-packaged in cardboard and paper tape.
- Trusted nationwide – from small balcony pots to large commercial growers.