(BG) Pine Needle Mulch per 2.3 cu ft Bale

Pine straw mulch is lighter weight than bark mulch. This allows for greater percolation of water and is easy to distribute. So, is pine straw good mulch in comparison to bark mulch? Not only does it increase percolation but it creates a network of needles that help hold down erosion and protect unstable areas. It also adds acidity to the soil, which plants such as Rhododendron and Hydrangea like.