Winter is almost over. That means spring is right around the corner. If you haven't scheduled your mulch delivery yet, it's time to do that. If you haven't started your landscaping projects yet, you might think you still have some time. That's not the case. Scheduling your mulch delivery early lets you get a headstart on spring landscaping projects. And, there are a lot of uses for mulch. If you're not sure how to use garden mulch to your advantage, read the list provided below.

Here are four reasons to schedule a mulch delivery before spring arrives.  

Revive the Landscape

Winter can wreak havoc on your landscaping. Not only do the plants go dormant, but the cold weather can stop you from tackling routine maintenance. Once spring arrives, you need to revive the landscaping. One way to do that is with mulch. A fresh application of mulch can improve the appearance of your yard, and liven up the landscaping. 

Improve Soil Content

Soil can lose a lot of nutrients during the winter. Unfortunately, the loss of nutrients can affect your spring gardens. That's where mulch comes into the picture. Mulch contains nutrients that your soil needs. If you place a layer of mulch in your gardens, the nutrients can seep into the soil. When spring arrives, your soil will be ready to sustain new growth. 

Lock in the Moisture

Your soil absorbs quite a bit of moisture during the winter. Unfortunately, once the temperatures warm up, a lot of the moisture evaporates. That's why winter is a good time to schedule a mulch delivery. You might not know this, but mulch can help lock in the moisture. Place a thick layer of mulch in all your gardens, and around the trees. That way, you won't lose as much soil moisture once spring arrives. 

Stop Spring Weeds

You might not have any weeds in the yard now, but that's going to change. As soon as spring arrives, you'll see a batch of new weeds sprouting up in the gardens. You could wait until spring to tackle the problem. Or, you could schedule a mulch delivery right now. Applying mulch during the winter can stop the growth of spring weeds. Weeds need sunlight to grow. Mulch stops sunlight from getting through to the seeds, which prevents weed growth. 

Don't wait until spring. Schedule winter mulch delivery, and get a headstart on your yard care.