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2-cu ft Red Mulch Plus Weed Control

Ratings & Reviews for Preen 2-cu ft Red Mulch Plus Weed Control

3.9
256
Review
 3.9 out of 5
256 Reviews


64% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

The product effectively controls weeds and maintains a vibrant color throughout the season. Many customers appreciate the convenience of the bagged format and the time-saving benefits. However, some report issues with inconsistent color, the presence of debris, and less effective weed control compared to other mulch options. There are also concerns about the potential impact on certain plants due to the weed-preventing chemicals. Overall, the product seems to work well for many customers, but some caution is warranted based on the varied experiences.

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256 Customer Reviews

Great stuff to work with

Would Recommend

This stuff is great to work with. The odor is not overwhelming but very pleasant. Spreading the mulch with my hands left absolutely no red residue on my gloves. Must be the dyes are really good. The cheaper one I used in my backyard made my hands red, even though I wore gloves.

May 20, 2017
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Be Cautious

Would Not Recommend

Purchased 6 bags about 2 weeks ago. When I opened the first bag it was not even close to red I checked the bag to make sure I didn't grab the wrong color, but sure enough it said red. When I finally got all the bags opened and started spreading it I felt something under my foot poking into m shoe. Looked down and found a piece with 3 NAILS in it. Went to Preens website to write a review ( they won't put it up, because it didn't meet their guidelines) I guess 1 star and nails in their premium mul...

March 15, 2017
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Response from Harvest Customer Service

Hi, we apologize for the content and product quality. Please contact our Customer Service Team at 980-444-2000 or at customerservice@harvestpower.com...

Harvest Customer ServiceMarch 16, 2017

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First 3 finely shredded next 3 lg chucks

Would Not Recommend

The first 3 bags were finely shredded and the next 3 bags large chunks. Did not match what was already put down. Does not look good in garden. My shopping at Lowes will always continue as this is not Lowes fault.

June 5, 2016
From 2-cu ft Red Color Pine Bark Mulch
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Response from Preen Customer Support

We are sorry to hear about the issues you have encountered with our Preen Mulch Plus! So we may best assist you, please contact customerservice@lebs...

Preen Customer SupportJune 7, 2016

preen

A GREAT product

Would Recommend

I have been using this product for 3 - 4 years and have been very happy with it. After reading the reviews I was a little skeptical but since it has always worked well I purchased it again this year. I augmented the mulch that was already down from last year and the color match was perfect. The mulch was 'wet' when I purchased it and a little darker but when it dried it matched. I have not had anymore problems with weeds that I would have if I used the Preen Weed Killer with fertilizer. Before I...

May 23, 2016
From 2-cu ft Red Color Pine Bark Mulch
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Lots of nails in mulch

Would Not Recommend

I purchased 6 bags of this mulch and as I am spreading it out I start finding nails in the mulch. If you look at the picture, you can see the nails, chunks of metal and large chunks of wood.

May 16, 2016
From 2-cu ft Red Color Pine Bark Mulch
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Response from Preen Customer Support

We are so sorry reading about this! This is not the quality we expect from our products and appreciate you for advising us. Please contact us at cu...

Preen Customer SupportMay 18, 2016

preen

Disappointed

Would Not Recommend

I bought 10 bags at first to see if I would like it brought it home spread it out liked the color. Went and bought 30 more bags. Put some down right after I bought it the next day it already looks faded. Going to use the rest of the bags but I am really disappointed the color is faded in a matter of 24 hours. I just hope at this point it controls the weeds like it states on the bag because the color sure didn't last.

May 2, 2016
From 2-cu ft Red Color Pine Bark Mulch
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Response from Preen Customer Support

We were sorry to read that some of the bags of Preen Mulch Plus Russet Red that you purchased has faded so quickly. The color is to last up to one ye...

Preen Customer SupportMay 6, 2016

preen

If you like PINK Bark or a weird white/red bark

Would Not Recommend

This is for you. :( Maybe I Just got a bad batch...But...Don't buy this unless you are diggin' the PINK bark... Booo... (Not fine, huge limbs and bark...)

May 17, 2015
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Response from Preen Customer Support

We are sorry that the color of Preen Mulch Plus Red was not red and that the product was not fine. We do stand by our product 100% and will be happy ...

Preen Customer SupportMay 18, 2015

preen

Great value

Would Recommend

Well it was only mulch but such a great value I returned a few days later and bought more. Looks great in the garden. Gives it a professional look. Love Lowes. Sales folks always helpful answering questions never making me feel rushed and have gone out of their way to get me what i need.

September 11, 2014
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Preen Red Mulch

Would Recommend

Preen helps control weed very well for over a year. The color lasts for a year.

August 7, 2014
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Response from Preen Customer Support

We were happy to read your good results with Preen Red Hardwood Mulch. However, please note that this product helps to prevent its label listed weed...

Preen Customer SupportAugust 13, 2014

preen

Disappointed

Would Not Recommend

I bought 4 bags of this June 21, 2014. I was extremely pleased with how my flower beds looked after I put this out. The red mulch made my plants really stand out. The only drawback, at the time, was there were large chunks of wood in it, making it difficult to spread. Granted, we've had quite a bit of rain in the last week, but even so, the color is supposed to be guaranteed for a year. Today, June 29, 2014, the mulch has faded so badly, I'm thinking I'm going to have to purchase more mulch to c...

June 29, 2014
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Response from Preen Customer Support

We are sorry to hear that the color of our Preen Mulch Plus was not lasting as long as guaranteed, and, that you had some large chunks of wood in the...

Preen Customer SupportJuly 1, 2014

Preen

Great buy for great product

Would Recommend

They were very helpful Love this product looks great around my plants

June 29, 2014
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this was much better than i expected.

Would Recommend

the color was bright. i wanted to make my garden stand out,and this mulch did the job. the neighbors are all asking how much i paid to have the garden done for me.

June 27, 2014
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Red Hardwood Mulch

Would Recommend

This red hardwood mulch not only keeps the weeds down and holds the moisture in, it also dresses up my flower beds. They look so much better with this mulch. I love the color!

June 25, 2014
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So far so good

Would Recommend

Looks good and covers easily and quickly upon application. My wife loves the look of the flower bed. I did not give an excellent over all rating only because the product has been down for only a week, so I don't know how well the weed control works yet. But, so far, so good.

June 16, 2014
Verified Purchaser
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Preen Mulch Plus

Would Recommend

I have been using the product for two years. I built mowing strips around the trees and house. I now do very little weeding. The weeds don't grow through the mulch.

May 30, 2014
Verified PurchaserVerified Pro
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We built an upraised flower bed .It is awesome.

Would Recommend

Great service,and very helpful.We thank you Lowe's in Paragould,AR,Judy Mayne

May 20, 2014
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Great Purchase

Would Recommend

The Mulch Plus from Preen is something I purchased to try out. I plan on buying more as it brightens up the area I placed it in and does work well with controlling weeds. I was impressed. Great Product

May 12, 2014
Verified Purchaser
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