Not to mention potential toxic effects

What happens here

This video serves as a cautionary guide against using rubber mulch in landscape beds. It explains the origins of rubber mulch (recycled car tires) and details its significant drawbacks compared to natural wood mulch, such as its inability to decompose, poor moisture retention, and ineffectiveness as a weed barrier. The video advocates for the use of natural mulch alternatives for optimal plant health and soil improvement, reserving rubber mulch only for specific applications like playgrounds where impact absorption is critical.