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A mulch is a layer of material applied to the surface of an area of soil. Its purpose is any or all of the following: to conserve moisture. to improve the fertility and health of the soil. to reduce weed growth.
This type of mulch helps to make the soil more acidic for plants that prefer acidic soil, such as hydrangeas, azaleas and rhododendrons. In addition to pine bark nuggets, shredded pine bark mulch is used as a soil amendment to increase the acidity of the soil.