Mulch Options Covering the soil with the right material is important to get new plantings off to the right start. Mulch Options and Details More information about choosing the best mulch for your plantings and how to successfully use it. View Garden Planner Where to get mulch materials See our “Where to Buy Plants and Landscape Materials” list on the Waterwise Garden Planner’s Resources Page. See Resources Compost and Mulch for Waterwise Gardens Workshop Recording Covering the often missed and very practical details of choosing the best mulch type(s) for your landscape and using it appropriately.