--- product_id: 291488237 title: "Garden Elements Straw Bale by Shady Creek Farm, Multi-Use for Farm & Home, Large Straw Bale, 36\"" brand: "garden elements" price: "£102.77" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Garden Elements" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/291488237-garden-elements-straw-bale-by-shady-creek-farm-multi-use store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 36" large bale size Moisture-retentive mulch 100% biodegradable & GMO-free Garden Elements Straw Bale by Shady Creek Farm, Multi-Use for Farm & Home, Large Straw Bale, 36" **Brand:** garden elements **Price:** £102.77 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌿 Elevate your garden and pet care with nature’s golden touch! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Garden Elements Straw Bale by Shady Creek Farm, Multi-Use for Farm & Home, Large Straw Bale, 36" by garden elements - **How much does it cost?** £102.77 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/291488237-garden-elements-straw-bale-by-shady-creek-farm-multi-use) ## Best For - garden elements enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted garden elements brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Cozy Animal Bedding:** Ideal for chickens, rabbits, cats, and small pets—providing warmth and comfort year-round. - • **Generous Dimensions:** A substantial 36" x 16" x 18" bale that covers more ground and lasts longer. - • **Eco-Conscious Choice:** Crafted from natural wheat straw, fully biodegradable and GMO-free for sustainable gardening. - • **Effortless Application:** Simply cut and shake apart for quick, effective mulch or bedding setup. - • **Versatile Garden Essential:** Perfect for mulching strawberries, tomatoes, and supporting mushroom growth. ## Overview The Garden Elements Straw Bale by Shady Creek Farm is a large, 36-inch natural wheat straw bale designed for multi-use in farm and home settings. It is 100% biodegradable, GMO-free, and perfect for garden mulch, moisture retention, mushroom cultivation, and cozy animal bedding. This eco-friendly bale supports sustainable gardening while providing practical benefits for plants and small animals alike. ## Description desertcart.com : Garden Elements Straw Bale by Shady Creek Farm, Multi-Use for Farm & Home, Large Straw Bale, 36" : Patio, Lawn & Garden Review: Love it and it’s still holding up - Bigger than I thought but it was a good product Review: Fantastic! - Very nice, golden colored, long stalk straw. This straw is fantastic! The bale was tight, very well compressed and a nice golden color. Long straw is what we wanted and this is perfect. I use for outside feral/stray cat shelters to provide warmth, and to soak up wet from rain or snow. But cats are using now even though weather has been in 70's which surprised me. Pictures: 1. Fresh straw through door of shelter; 2. Fresh straw, roof off; 3. Straw from last year--shows color difference between old and fresh straw. Happy I took a chance on it. ## Features - Natural Wheat Straw Bale: Made from the stems and leaves of the wheat plant left after the grain is harvested for milling - Non-GMO & Biodegradable Quality: 100% natural, bio-degradable straw that’s free of G.M.O. ingredients - Easy Garden Mulch Application: Simply cut the strings and shake apart to use as mulch—especially around strawberry and tomato plants - Multi-Purpose Growing Use: Helps maintain moisture for grass seed, supports mushroom cultivation, and improves soil coverage in outdoor areas - Bale Dimensions & Animal Bedding: Measures approximately 36" x 16" x 18" and makes cozy bedding for chickens, rabbits, cats, rodents, and other pets ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08X2313XG | | Best Sellers Rank | #124,046 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #160 in Garden Mulch | | Brand Name | Garden Elements | | Color | Tan | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (113) | | Expected Blooming Period | Year Round | | Expected Plant Height | 36 Inches | | Expected Planting Period | Fall | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor | | Item Weight | 27 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Shady Creek Farm | | Material Features | GMO Free, Organic | | Number of Pieces | 1 | | Other Special Features of the Product | strawberry tomato plants garden fall decoration haybale mushrooms moisture animal pet bedding cages chickens eggs rabbits cats eggs small pets care seasonal decor all natural straw | | Plant or Animal Product Type | Garden mulch or small animal bedding | | Product Care Instructions | Store in cool, dry area | | UPC | 643952063619 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Garden Elements - **Color:** Tan - **Expected Blooming Period:** Year Round - **Expected Planting Period:** Fall - **Indoor/Outdoor Usage:** Outdoor - **Item Weight:** 27 Pounds - **Material Feature:** GMO Free, Organic - **Product Care Instructions:** Store in cool, dry area - **Unit Count:** 1.0 Count ## Images ![Garden Elements Straw Bale by Shady Creek Farm, Multi-Use for Farm & Home, Large Straw Bale, 36" - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91aRd3bKxSL.jpg) ![Garden Elements Straw Bale by Shady Creek Farm, Multi-Use for Farm & Home, Large Straw Bale, 36" - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81bLppsPXTL.jpg) ![Garden Elements Straw Bale by Shady Creek Farm, Multi-Use for Farm & Home, Large Straw Bale, 36" - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81RSBOOjS3L.jpg) ![Garden Elements Straw Bale by Shady Creek Farm, Multi-Use for Farm & Home, Large Straw Bale, 36" - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71godX5yJuL.jpg) ![Garden Elements Straw Bale by Shady Creek Farm, Multi-Use for Farm & Home, Large Straw Bale, 36" - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51jSIkXv09L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: would this be good for feral cat bedding?** A: Absolutely! Wheat straw is THE thing to use for feral cats. Oat straw, hay, paper rabbit bedding material all get mildew and don't dry. Wheat straw is the only product that is safe for a feral colony. And since I just started using this brand, I can say it's very tightly packed and very clean. Competitors I've purchased it the past, not so much. Buy this, you'll be pleased. **Q: Can i pull the straw apart to place in a plastic bin to keep a feral cat warm?** A: It's a "lifetime" supply of straw and you'll need to snip the cords holding the bale together, but yes you can use it as bedding for a feral cat house. That's how I use it in addition to using it as a mulch in summers for my vegetable garden. All the loose straw I subsequently ended up with is stored in my garage in large black bags. **Q: Would these be good for decorations for a wedding?** A: They might present a fire hazard. Unless the wedding is outside like in a barnyard setting or something. These bales are good sized but quite dry **Q: How many pounds is the smaller bale?** A: I purchased one of each size and the large weighed about 32 lbs. I'm thinking the medium one weighed around 20 lbs. Its really good quality as well. I don't think you'll be dissapointed. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love it and it’s still holding up *by T***A on March 11, 2026* Bigger than I thought but it was a good product ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic! *by S***E on September 28, 2023* Very nice, golden colored, long stalk straw. This straw is fantastic! The bale was tight, very well compressed and a nice golden color. Long straw is what we wanted and this is perfect. I use for outside feral/stray cat shelters to provide warmth, and to soak up wet from rain or snow. But cats are using now even though weather has been in 70's which surprised me. Pictures: 1. Fresh straw through door of shelter; 2. Fresh straw, roof off; 3. Straw from last year--shows color difference between old and fresh straw. Happy I took a chance on it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product *by C***E on October 23, 2023* Great product. Came fully sealed in a box. Very clean, perfect for the garden. Highly recommend. 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