Decorative rocks and mulch are really great for enhancing your landscape. Not only do they add texture and color to your outdoor areas, but they can also prevent erosion, improve soil drainage, and help control weed growth. In this article, we’ll explore four popular decorative rock and four mulch options that you can consider for your landscaping project.
Decorative Stone
1) Crushed Stones
Crushed stones are a great choice for pathways or driveways as well as general ground cover. They come in various colors like tan, gray, brown, red, and white which makes it easy to match them with existing decorations or hardscapes. Make sure you choose the right size crushed stones that will stay put when walked on.
2) Pea Gravel
Pea gravel is a small, smooth stone that’s perfect for filling in spaces between pavers or as a ground cover in flower beds and other areas of the yard. It comes in various colors like tan, gray, brown, red, and white to match any landscape design.
3) River Rocks
Larger river rocks can add an eye-catching touch to your landscaping project. They come in many sizes from two inches up to large boulders and are available in different shades of gray, green, black, and white. Place them around trees or accent beds with these bigger rocks for a more dramatic effect.
4) Decomposed Granite
Decomposed granite is a finer material than pea gravel and makes an excellent top layer for pathways, driveways, and patios. It’s available in various shades of brown, tan, gray, and white. Decomposed granite creates a very natural look that can easily blend into your landscape design.
Decorative Mulch
1) Wood Chips
Wood chips are a very popular mulching material as they are cost-effective and aesthetically pleasing. They come in various colors like tan, gray, brown, yellow, and red which makes them easy to match with existing decorations or hardscapes. Make sure you choose the right size of wood chips that will stay put when walked on.
2) Pine Needles
Pine needles are a great choice for pathways or driveways as well as general ground cover. They add texture and color to your outdoor areas while helping to control weed growth. They come in various colors like tan, gray, brown, yellow, and red to match any landscape design.
3) Cedar Chips
Cedar chips provide a unique look with their reddish-brown hue and will last longer than other types of mulch due to their natural acidity level. Place them around trees or accent beds with these bigger chips for a more dramatic effect.
4) Cocoa Bean Hulls
Cocoa bean hulls look amazing and can provide an odorless, dust-free, and eco-friendly mulch option. The color of the hulls ranges from a deep brown to black so these provide an interesting contrast to other colors in your landscape design.
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