Mulches today come in a variety of materials and colors. Raw wood fibers can be dyed any color, but the most popular are red, black and brown, according to rotochopper.com. Choosing a red mulch is an obvious choice to accent a red-brick home. Wood chips that are stained red are an added benefit to your garden, as they are usually stained red with an iron solution---which is good for your garden, according to floridagardener.com.

On the Other: Cocoa Hull's Deep Brown Accents Nicely

Cocoa hull mulch is known for its high quality as well as its good looks. "Cocoa hull mulch is one of the most beautiful, thanks to its fine texture and rich color," suggests "Better Homes and Gardens." Cocoa hull mulch is dark brown and would be a natural complement to a red-brick home. Another benefit of cocoa hull mulch is that it does not fade. However, be aware that cocoa hull mulch is toxic to dogs and cats.

Bottom Line

Mulches come in a variety of colors, leaving homeowners with options for choosing the aesthetic composition best suited for their home. Choosing red-stained wood chips will not only match well against a red-brick backdrop, but will accentuate the green in your plants, because green and red are complementary colors.

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Rotochopper: Colored Mulch Benefits

Florida Gardener: Mulch Demystified

Better Homes and Gardens: The Best Mulches

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