Have a backyard flea problem? Combat it without the use of harsh chemicals or pesticides by using a type of mulch that naturally deters them.

Types of Organic Mulch Some natural mulches can be purchased in bags or in bulk from nurseries and garden, or farm supply centers, or you can gather natural materials to use as mulch.

When mice and other rodents are exposed to cedar mulch, chips, or shavings, the toxic phenols are absorbed through the respiratory tract and enter the blood system, fatally damaging the liver.