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Gravel gardens give you an attractive but low-maintenance landscaping option.
Usually, a gravel garden replaces the top 4 to 8 inches of soil.
Weeds take root far less frequently with this landscaping option.
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Here are 14 ideas to create your own gravel garden.
Gravel, as seen in these garden beds, can be an alternative to wood or synthetic rubbermulch options.
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A gravel garden can be a social spot, too.
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It can make a great, low-maintenance option for decks.
Arid perennial plants, likeagave,bougainvillea, andcactiwill put on a show year after year.
It’s important to keep the look vibrant rather than dull and monotone.
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Container Garden
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Not all flora and fauna must be planted in the ground.
Instead, you’re free to use a gravel garden as the backdrop for a container garden.
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