I live in Florida and am trying to find the best mulch for my landscaping. I have used pine bark nuggets recently. After 3 months, the mulch has turned gray. Does anyone have a suggestion on a mulch that lasts a long time and looks vibrant longer in our hot sun?

pine straw is good ... put out about 12 to 14 inches thick ....first rainfall or two will flatten it out ....

There is a red rubber mulch out there ...sort of expensive but lasts and lasts ...

I like pine straw. Any idea how long it will last? 6 months perhaps?

willeaton said:I live in Florida and am trying to find the best mulch for my landscaping. I have used pine bark nuggets recently. After 3 months, the mulch has turned gray. Does anyone have a suggestion on a mulch that lasts a long time and looks vibrant longer in our hot sun?

Down there you should be able to get Eucalyptus mulch.
Studies showed Eucalyptus had a moderate settling rate, meaning it lasts longer in the landscape than pine-straw, but not as long as pine bark or cypress. Eucalyptus is also one of the mulches that showed the least change in color after a two year period. Reportedly, Eucalyptus naturally repels termites, fleas, ticks and insects.

For some moronic reason you cannot get it in Mn. any more but I loved using it.

Pine straw *color* - depending on how fresh it is - will last 6 to 9 months ... but needs to be replenished at least once a year...otherwise, like pine bark, it too turns gray ....

Fresh pine straw should be golden-yellow to rust red .... turn down anything "darker" as it wont be fresh

Pine straw is usually available in bales for under $7- each ......and will cover a spot about 8' x 6'
some landscapers may give discounts for buying in quantity

I would suggest you to use Shredded hardwood bark mulch for your landscaping.