Pine straw is good, pine chips are better, you want something that breaks down and benefits the soil or roots of the plants, it also hold moisture.
Talk to folks at the plant clinic they will say the same, they will also recommend strongly against rocks because they add nothing.
As far as pests, I don't see them as an issue, maybe the the people just don't want do a little extra spraying.
I spray once a month along the foundation perimeter except in the cold months a gallon of spray lasts a long time for $12
If you put the pine straw in bags I'll pick it, I can use it in one area
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