Mulch/Pine Needle Applications Mulch or pine needle applications in your beds are one of the best ways to beautify your landscape. Not only does mulch make your landscaping more appealing visually, it also helps the plants by adding nutrients to the soil, retaining moisture and stabilizing ground temperatures. McClain Landscaping installs all types of mulch: regular double-ground hardwood mulch, dyed mulch, playground mulch, pine needles, etc.