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Originally Posted by juneroses
Cypress isn't considered Florida-friendly because it's harvested by destroying desirable trees growing in our wetlands.
Melaleuca also grows in the wetlands but is an Australian native and considered invasive here. Cutting it down and chipping it so it can be used as a mulch is considered a positive for the ecosystem.
I personally like and use pine straw.
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The landscapers are trying to sell you stone or rubber.
I like pine straw. All of the beautifully kept common areas have pine straw, but you must keep an adequate layer to keep out weeds.