Mulch also helps to insulate plants from the winter cold and helps to maintain a consistent temperature.
Mulch is a great way to protect your bare soil. Grassless soil can easily lead to soil erosion which will wash away easily especially in climates with heavy rain.
Mulch helps to rid your yard of damaging insects because of the natural oils and other added ingredients. Especially termites that can invade your home.
Mulch adds organic ingredients to the soil which helps the soil to be more fertile which helps your plants.
Mulch also acts as a weed barrier by stopping weeds in their tracks.