{"title":"Surf \u0026 Turf Mulch","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eHere's a clean Shopify collections page description for Surf \u0026amp; Turf Mulch:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurf \u0026amp; Turf Mulch — NZ Wool, Seaweed \u0026amp; Sheep Manure Blend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eNot all mulch is created equal. Surf \u0026amp; Turf is a 100% natural, New Zealand-made blend of shredded wool, sheep manure, and coastal seaweed, three powerful organic ingredients working together to build richer, healthier soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe wool and manure break down slowly, releasing nitrogen and locking in moisture right where your plants need it. The seaweed adds a boost of trace minerals and natural growth stimulants that standard wool mulch simply can't match. The result? Living, thriving soil that your garden will love come spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eSpread it over your beds, dig it in, or work it into pots and raised beds, it's suitable for vegetables, herbs, flowers, and fruit year-round. Chemical-free, pet-safe, and made right here in Aotearoa.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"surf-turf-mulch-2-5kg-nz-wool-seaweed-sheep-manure-blend-for-gardens-raised-beds","title":"Surf \u0026 Turf Mulch 2.5kg | NZ Wool, Seaweed \u0026 Sheep Manure Blend for Gardens \u0026 Raised Beds","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurf \u0026amp; Turf Mulch 2.5kg — NZ Wool, Seaweed \u0026amp; Sheep Manure Blend for Vegetable Gardens \u0026amp; Raised Beds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSurf \u0026amp; Turf Mulch is a 100% natural, New Zealand-made garden mulch combining three powerful organic ingredients: shredded sheep wool fibres, New Zealand coastal seaweed, and sheep manure. This 2.5kg bag covers approximately 2–3 square metres and delivers more nutrients than standard wool mulch alone — making it a complete soil improver, moisture retainer, and slow-release fertiliser in a single product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it different from standard wool mulch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhile standard wool mulch is excellent for moisture retention and slug deterrence, Surf \u0026amp; Turf takes it a step further by adding New Zealand coastal seaweed and sheep manure to the blend. Seaweed is naturally rich in trace minerals, growth-promoting hormones, and iodine — nutrients that support stronger root development, improved plant resilience, and better resistance to stress like heat and drought. Combined with the slow-release nitrogen from wool and the nutrient density of sheep manure, Surf \u0026amp; Turf feeds your soil from multiple angles at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWool fibres hold up to three times their weight in water, reducing watering frequency across your garden. As the blend breaks down over 6–12 months, it releases nitrogen, potassium, trace minerals, and organic matter directly into your soil. Digging it into garden beds improves soil structure, encourages beneficial microbes, and increases worm numbers for long-term soil health. The coarse wool fibres also create a natural barrier that slugs and snails won't cross — pet-safe and chemical-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you can use it on\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWorks across all garden types: tomatoes, courgettes, leafy greens, herbs, strawberries, flowers, shrubs, and ornamentals. Suits vegetable gardens, raised beds, garden pots, seedling trays, and flower borders. Can be spread on top of soil as a mulch layer or dug directly into beds for a deeper nutrient boost. Safe to use year-round in the New Zealand climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to apply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTwo ways to use it: spread a 3–5cm layer on top of soil around plants, keeping a small gap around stems, or dig it directly into your garden bed or potting mix. Water in after applying to help the blend settle and begin delivering nutrients. One 2.5kg bag covers approximately 2–3 square metres at a 3–5cm depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is Surf \u0026amp; Turf Mulch made from?\u003c\/em\u003e A blend of shredded New Zealand sheep dags \u0026amp; NZ coastal seaweed, — all natural, chemical-free ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow is Surf \u0026amp; Turf different from standard wool mulch?\u003c\/em\u003e It contains seaweed providing a broader range of nutrients including trace minerals and growth-promoting compounds not found in plain wool mulch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat does the seaweed add to the mulch?\u003c\/em\u003e New Zealand coastal seaweed is naturally rich in trace minerals, iodine, and plant growth hormones that support stronger roots, improved resilience, and better stress tolerance in plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDoes Surf \u0026amp; Turf deter slugs and snails?\u003c\/em\u003e Yes — the coarse wool fibres in the blend act as a physical barrier that soft-bodied pests won't cross, without the need for chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCan I dig Surf \u0026amp; Turf into the soil instead of laying it on top?\u003c\/em\u003e Yes — digging it in is a great way to boost soil structure, feed worm populations, and deliver nutrients deeper into the root zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow much does the 2.5kg bag cover?\u003c\/em\u003e Approximately 2–3 square metres at a 3–5cm depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIs this product made in New Zealand?\u003c\/em\u003e Yes — all ingredients are sourced and blended in Aotearoa New Zealand.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature Fuelled Life","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61573952471410,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/1667\/6978\/files\/Surf_Turf_Mulch.jpg?v=1770416722"},{"product_id":"surf-turf-mulch-5kg-bundle-nz-wool-seaweed-sheep-manure-blend-for-gardens-raised-beds-copy","title":"Surf \u0026 Turf Mulch 5kg Bundle | NZ Wool, Seaweed \u0026 Sheep Manure Blend for Gardens \u0026 Raised Beds","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurf \u0026amp; Turf Mulch 5kg Bundle — NZ Wool, Seaweed \u0026amp; Sheep Manure Blend for Vegetable Gardens \u0026amp; Raised Beds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSurf \u0026amp; Turf Mulch is a 100% natural, New Zealand-made garden mulch combining three powerful organic ingredients: shredded sheep wool fibres, New Zealand coastal seaweed, and sheep manure. This 5kg bundle covers approximately 5 - 6 square metres and delivers more nutrients than standard wool mulch alone — making it a complete soil improver, moisture retainer, and slow-release fertiliser in a single product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it different from standard wool mulch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhile standard wool mulch is excellent for moisture retention and slug deterrence, Surf \u0026amp; Turf takes it a step further by adding New Zealand coastal seaweed and sheep manure to the blend. Seaweed is naturally rich in trace minerals, growth-promoting hormones, and iodine, nutrients that support stronger root development, improved plant resilience, and better resistance to stress like heat and drought. Combined with the slow-release nitrogen from wool and the nutrient density of sheep manure, Surf \u0026amp; Turf feeds your soil from multiple angles at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWool fibres hold up to three times their weight in water, reducing watering frequency across your garden. As the blend breaks down over 6–12 months, it releases nitrogen, potassium, trace minerals, and organic matter directly into your soil. Digging it into garden beds improves soil structure, encourages beneficial microbes, and increases worm numbers for long-term soil health. The coarse wool fibres also create a natural barrier that slugs and snails won't cross — pet-safe and chemical-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you can use it on\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWorks across all garden types: tomatoes, courgettes, leafy greens, herbs, strawberries, flowers, shrubs, and ornamentals. Suits vegetable gardens, raised beds, garden pots, seedling trays, and flower borders. Can be spread on top of soil as a mulch layer or dug directly into beds for a deeper nutrient boost. Safe to use year-round in the New Zealand climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to apply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTwo ways to use it: spread a 3–5cm layer on top of soil around plants, keeping a small gap around stems, or dig it directly into your garden bed or potting mix. Water in after applying to help the blend settle and begin delivering nutrients. One 5kg bundle covers approximately 5–6 square metres at a 3–5cm depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is Surf \u0026amp; Turf Mulch made from?\u003c\/em\u003e A blend of shredded New Zealand sheep dags \u0026amp; NZ coastal seaweed, — all natural, chemical-free ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow is Surf \u0026amp; Turf different from standard wool mulch?\u003c\/em\u003e It contains seaweed providing a broader range of nutrients including trace minerals and growth-promoting compounds not found in plain wool mulch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat does the seaweed add to the mulch?\u003c\/em\u003e New Zealand coastal seaweed is naturally rich in trace minerals, iodine, and plant growth hormones that support stronger roots, improved resilience, and better stress tolerance in plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDoes Surf \u0026amp; Turf deter slugs and snails?\u003c\/em\u003e Yes — the coarse wool fibres in the blend act as a physical barrier that soft-bodied pests won't cross, without the need for chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCan I dig Surf \u0026amp; Turf into the soil instead of laying it on top?\u003c\/em\u003e Yes — digging it in is a great way to boost soil structure, feed worm populations, and deliver nutrients deeper into the root zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow much does the 5kg bundle cover?\u003c\/em\u003e Approximately 5–6 square metres at a 3–5cm depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIs this product made in New Zealand?\u003c\/em\u003e Yes — all ingredients are sourced and blended in Aotearoa New Zealand.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nature Fuelled Life","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61912196972914,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/1667\/6978\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_1305427b-b330-4ad2-b4b0-6a9aed9e07c8.jpg?v=1781145416"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/1667\/6978\/collections\/1000033361.jpg?v=1780970013","url":"https:\/\/www.naturefuelledlife.co.nz\/collections\/surf-turf-mulch.oembed","provider":"Nature Fuelled Life","version":"1.0","type":"link"}