Abstract: A synthetic mulch is disclosed formed of agglomerated plastic material that can be colored to have the look of a natural or organic mulch. The synthetic mulch can be formed from used plastic material, such as polyester, nylon, polypropylene and/or polyethylene, with polyester and/or nylon preferred. A method of manufacturing the synthetic mulch is also disclosed that includes the steps of: a) obtaining plastic material; b) reducing the size of the plastic material, for example by cutting, chopping or grinding the used plastic material into pieces; c) agglomerating the plastic pieces; and d) solidifying the agglomerated pieces to form the synthetic mulch. In a further embodiment the pieces are agglomerated by introducing them into a densifier to form a particulate matter for use as the present synthetic mulch.