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Originally Posted by Villages Kahuna
Stone very unhealthy for plants..."bakes" the roots in hot weather. Because they absorb so much heat, it also takes significantly more water to penetrate to plant roots. Both the U of Florida Extension and The Villages landscaping department strongly recommend against the use of stones for mulch. Ask yourself--how come you NEVER see stone mulch in any of The Villages landscaping?
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Because it costs more up front. The pine straw is not maintenance free. The Villages supports a whole fleet of landscapers with your dues. I've seen them pull out perfectly good plantings because if they didn't they won't get paid.