{"id":23906,"date":"2025-05-08T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-08T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goodnewsmags.com\/tullahoma\/?p=23906"},"modified":"2025-05-06T15:32:48","modified_gmt":"2025-05-06T15:32:48","slug":"dave-buckman-american-mulch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/goodnewsmags.com\/tullahoma\/dave-buckman-american-mulch\/","title":{"rendered":"Dave Buckman: Hard work, heart, and a little mulch"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>DRIVE THROUGH Tullahoma\u2019s neighborhoods, and the landscapes speak volumes. Some landscapes embrace the raw beauty of the Cumberland Plateau, with natural rock features and local greenery. Others feature perfectly sculpted edges framed by layers of mulch that border a charming traditional home. Whether it\u2019s a mountainside retreat, a Spanish-style villa, or a sleek contemporary home, there\u2019s a good chance the landscaping beneath the owner\u2019s feet was sourced, shaped, or supplied by Dave Buckman and his team. This is his version of the American Dream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A Mississippi-born veteran, machinist, and now the owner and operator of American Mulch &amp; Landscaping Company, Buckman has spent a lifetime turning raw materials into something meaningful. His knack for improving things led him to start his business where he could continue leaving things better than he found them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Until the mid-20th century, landscaping was considered a decorative luxury reserved for the wealthiest homeowners. However, as Buckman sees it, landscaping is no longer a luxury; it\u2019s an investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His company supplies mulch, stone, and other landscaping materials to home- owners and contractors, helping people create outdoor spaces that are both functional and attractive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cSome of our products are used not only from an aesthetic perspective but also because they\u2019re trying to fix a drainage problem, or they\u2019ve got a low area in their yard that needs to be addressed.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Buckman believes a yard should reflect the personality of the homeowner. Some customers want symmetry and order similar to the military\u2019s \u201cdress right, dress\u201d philosophy, while others prefer a more free-flowing, organic style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI try to tailor my suggestions to what my customers like, to what speaks to them,\u201d said Buckman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/goodnewsmags.com\/tullahoma\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/05\/Story-1-photo1-6-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23909\" srcset=\"https:\/\/goodnewsmags.com\/tullahoma\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/05\/Story-1-photo1-6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/goodnewsmags.com\/tullahoma\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/05\/Story-1-photo1-6-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/goodnewsmags.com\/tullahoma\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2025\/05\/Story-1-photo1-6-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photography by Ashleigh Newnes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>He recommends low-maintenance options for senior homeowners, which allow them to enjoy their yards without the burden of constant upkeep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Buckman sees trends shifting toward natural, long-lasting materials and native plants that blend in with the environment and require less upkeep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cPine straw, river rock, and other natural elements are becoming more popular \u2014 not just because they look good, but because they\u2019re better for the environment.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Homeowners are also investing in outdoor spaces for relaxation and socializing, such as fire pits, patios, and backyard retreats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe live close to the Cumberland Plateau, and people want to bring some of that natural beauty to their own yards,\u201d he noted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With DIY hardscaping projects on the rise, Buckman is there to supply the materials \u2014 and sometimes a little advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>American Mulch &amp; Landscaping is one way Buckman and his team give back to the community that has given them so much. They support local schools, youth programs, and fellow small businesses, viewing it as an honor and a responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis is my home,\u201d said Buckman. \u201cIf I don\u2019t try to make it better, how can I expect anyone else to?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A sign that reads \u201cKindness 365\u201d hangs in Buckman\u2019s office. This simple motto inspires the team\u2019s quality of work and how they connect with people every day. While you won\u2019t find a sign in every yard they work on, that same message is discreetly rooted beneath the carefully placed mulch and stone. Their kindness toward others shows up in every yard they touch, and it leaves an imprint on every customer, contractor, and farmer who benefits from their work. <strong>GN<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>American Mulch &amp; Landscaping Company: 504 S. Anderson St., Tullahoma. 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