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Pine Straw Installation in Wilmington, NC

Nothing says coastal Carolina like fresh longleaf pine straw. It's the region's signature bed cover for a reason — beautiful, budget-friendly, and made for the plants that grow here.

Why pine straw belongs in Wilmington yards

Longleaf pine straw slowly acidifies the soil beneath it as it breaks down — exactly what azaleas, camellias, gardenias, and hydrangeas want. It knits together on slopes where mulch washes out in a summer downpour, and it's easy to refresh a couple of times a year without heavy equipment in your beds.

  • Quality longleaf straw, spread thick and tucked at the edges
  • Rolled, clean bed borders for that finished look
  • Great on slopes and around established trees
  • Gentle on acid-loving coastal plantings
Fresh pine straw beds with trimmed shrubs in a Wilmington NC yard
Starting at $90

Quoted per job by bed area and bale count — confirmed before we start. Pairs perfectly with a hedge trimming visit.

Twice a year keeps it perfect

Pine straw fades from copper to gray over about six months. A spring refresh and a fall touch-up keep beds looking freshly done year-round — many of our customers bundle it with their regular service so it just happens.

Common questions

How often should pine straw be refreshed?

Twice a year keeps the fresh copper color — most customers do spring and fall. Once a year works fine if you don't mind it fading between refreshes.

Pine straw or mulch?

Pine straw is cheaper per refresh, better on slopes, and better for acid-loving plants. Hardwood mulch lasts longer between refreshes and edges a little cleaner. We install both — ask and we'll recommend one for your beds.

How many bales will my beds take?

A standard bale covers roughly 35–45 square feet at a good depth. We measure during the free quote, so you get a real number, not a guess.

Get that fresh-straw look

Free quote in about 60 seconds. No contracts — just clean beds.

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