Pine Needle Mulch
and Plants that love the Acid
Pine straw has been a preferred choice of landscaping mulch in southern states across the US for over 20
years by landscapers, homeowners and business owners. Pine needles have been favored in landscaping projects
ranging from residential landscapes to industrial and highway landscapes.
Pine needle mulch is a natural soil enhancer that reduces erosion, slows down moisture evaporation, and
keeps down weeds. There are many more benefits to using pine straw as a natural mulch; to read about Pine straw
benefits click here.
Pine needles also known as pine straw usually has a high amount of acid, making it harder to use in your whole
yard or landscape, depending on pH levels. There are many plants that love the all the pine straw acid.
Pine needle is an excellent choice for garden mulch around newly planted annual flowers such as:
- Marigolds
- Snapdragons
- Zinnias.
Why use organic mulch such as pine straw?
Garden mulch helps provide a healthy environment for plants to grow their
very best. It also promotes uniform growth and as the pine needles slowly decompose over time they release organic
nutrients that enrich the soil.
Some flowers, shrubs & trees that do great in pine straw:
- Amaryllis
- Azaleas
- Bluebell
- Camellias
- Chrysanthemum
- Columbine
- Dahlias
- Daisies
- Day Lilies
- Dogwood
- Fir Trees
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- Gardenias
- Holly
- Hydrangeas
- Mountain Ash
- Mums
- Pine
- Rhododendrons
- Roses
- Spruce
- Western River Birch
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Some fruits and vegetables that do great in pine straw are:
- Blueberries
- Bog Rosemary
- Cranberries
- Garlic
- Mint (Herb)
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- Onions
- Potatoes
- Raspberries
- Strawberries
- Tomatoes
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Pine needles interlock and stay in place even on landscapes that are on a slope. The interlocking of pine needles keeps
them from being blown out of landscapes and gardens during strong winds and storms.
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The final touch for gardens and landscapes is Custom Pine Straw.
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