SMALLER LOAD AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP:
- Per Bale (pickup or delivery)
BIGGER LOAD AVAILABLE FOR DELIVERY:
- Full Truckload (delivery). Please give us a call.
PLEASE NOTE
- Prices exclude delivery costs. The delivery cost is calculated at checkout based on your address and the distance required to deliver the products to you.
- The maximum quantity our truck can deliver for each product is different. Please give us a call.
If you require more than a truckload,
Please complete your order and make another separate order (if the quantity exceeds truckload capacity).
Alternatively, call us on (08) 9454 5033
What is Lupin Mulch?
Lupin Mulch is an organic mulch made from the stems, leaves, pods, and sometimes flower residues of lupin plants (often Lupinus angustifolius).
It’s a by-product of lupin cropping, especially in places like Western Australia where lupins are widely grown for animal feed or soil improvement.
It’s usually chopped and sometimes composted before bagging for garden use.
Benefits of Using Lupin Mulch
1. Excellent Soil Conditioner
Breaks down quickly compared to woody mulches
Adds organic matter to the soil
Improves soil texture and water-holding capacity
2. Nitrogen Contribution
Lupins are legumes, so their mulch has higher nitrogen levels than mulches like bark or straw.
Helps feed soil microbes and reduces nitrogen drawdown (the temporary lock-up of nitrogen that happens with high-carbon mulches)
3. Moisture Retention
Helps keep soil moist by reducing evaporation
Reduces watering needs
4. Weed Suppression
Forms a dense layer that limits weed germination
5. Temperature Regulation
Keeps roots cooler in summer and warmer in winter
6. Environmentally Friendly
Recycles agricultural waste instead of using forest resources
Usually free from weed seeds if well-processed
7. Attractive Appearance
Fine texture and golden-brown color looks tidy and neat in garden beds
When is the Best Time to Use Lupin Mulch?
Autumn or Early Spring are perfect times:
Soil is still warm enough for microbial activity
Helps retain moisture heading into dry months
It can also be applied in summer to protect soil from extreme heat.
Where Best to Use Lupin Mulch?
Ideal Places:
Vegetable gardens
Flower beds
Fruit trees
Ornamental shrubs
Herb gardens
Native garden beds (if low-phosphorus)
Not Ideal For:
Areas prone to high wind, unless it’s watered in well
Extremely wet spots, as it could become soggy if piled too thickly
Tips for Using Lupin Mulch
Spread it 2–5 cm thick (thicker for weed control, thinner around delicate seedlings)
Keep mulch 5–10 cm away from stems/trunks to avoid rotting
Water it in lightly after spreading to help it settle
Top up each season if needed, as it breaks down fairly quickly
Summary: Lupin mulch is a sustainable, nutrient-rich organic mulch that improves soil, helps moisture retention, and looks neat in the garden. It’s perfect for veggie beds, flowers, and general landscaping around your home or property.
Would you like advice for a particular type of garden (e.g. veggies, natives, fruit trees)?
Have a question about this product? Give us a call on 08 9454 5033.
Lupin Mulch
To avoid delays in delivering your gardening supplies, please place a SEPARATE ORDER...
- When you choose Full Truckload or
- When you require more than 2 different products in one delivery.
Delivery costs are as follows:
- $40 per delivery within 5km,
- $60 per delivery within 17km,
- $70 per delivery within 25km,
- $85 per delivery within 35km.
For deliveries outside the 35km zone, please contact us at (08) 9454 5033.
Delivery time is 1 to 3 working days.